Bridging the Gap : An Introduction to Intercultural Communication with China

• Autore: Xiang Catherine
• Pubblicazione: London : , : LID Publishing, , 2024; ©2024
• Edizione: 1st ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (172 pages)
• Disciplina: 658.45
• Soggetto topico: Intercultural communication; Chinese language
• Nota di contenuto: Cover -- Back Cover -- Title -- Content -- Preface -- Introduction -- Part One – The ‘What’ -- Chapter 1 Foundations Unveiled: Grasping the Basics -- Chapter 2 The Chinese Language -- Chapter 3 Chinese Thought Pattern -- Chapter 4 Chinese Communication Styles -- Chapter 5 Digital Communication in China -- Part Two – The ‘Why’ -- Chapter 6 Chinese Beliefs about Communication -- Chapter 7 Chinese Cultural Values -- Chapter 8 Key Chinese Cultural Words -- Part Three – The ‘How’ -- Chapter 9 How to Approach Common Barriers and Challenges in Intercultural Communication -- Chapter 10 How to Master Intercultural Communicative Competence -- Chapter 11 How to Adapt your Communication Style -- Chapter 12 How to Communicate Effectively with Chinese People -- Chapter 13 How to Build Successful Interpersonal Relationships and Rapport with Chinese People -- Chapter 14 A Pinch of Salt – The Complexity of Culture -- Epilogue -- Bibliography -- About the Author -- Copyright
• Sommario/riassunto: This is the first title in the new "Navigating China" series of books written by leading experts in the field of international business and cross-cultural communications. The book unravels the nuances of effective communication in China. It introduces readers to the basics of intercultural communication. It also highlights cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic factors that shape how Chinese people communicate. This essential guide will equip readers with the understanding needed to navigate cultural differences, making their cross-cultural interactions more successful and rewarding. By combining theory and practice, the book presents insights and techniques in inter-cultural communication. How does our language reflect our thoughts? What is the relationship between our culture and communication? How can we overcome cross-cultural boundaries and communicate effectively both in inter-personal or business settings? For anyone doing business in or with China, this book is an essential tool for effective communication.
• Titolo autorizzato: Bridging the Gap
• ISBN: 9781915951052; 1915951054
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9911009393603321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II