Nikwestside

Jun 06, 2022 15:06

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news My Baptism of Fire as a Foreign Performer in China

That was a good read. And it just goes to show that being a non-Chinese performer in China pretty much makes you a laughing stock in the most racist sense. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Feb 28, 2021 12:58

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Hazards to Watch Out For on China’s Busiest Streets

It's been a long time since I've seen an article use this kind of creative language here. Excellent piece. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Dec 16, 2020 21:11

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news An Anger Management Masterclass for Expats in China

I found myself laughing uncontrollably as I was reading your comment, Guest15884516. Aside from the gruff language, you're absolutely right. I have no idea where expats get the idea that Chinese people are somehow more mild-mannered than foreigners. And the concept of seeing yourself as less important? The author ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Dec 08, 2020 23:08

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Understanding Annual Bonuses in China

Great article, and as far as I can tell, it's accurate. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 29, 2020 10:25

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How COVID Travel Restrictions Can Help Expats in China Advance their Careers

While I agree with most of what is written in this article, there's also a potential risk that it forgot to explore. Everyone in China knows that the rest of the world is struggling. Your employer knows you'd rather stay in a pandemic-free country whose economy is not on its knees. They might use that as leverage to ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Oct 24, 2020 00:23

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 Perks of Working at a Big Chinese Tech Company

Having worked for three tech companies in China myself, I can confirm that most of these are true to some degree. It depends on how big the company is, how well-funded they are, and (of course) how well they are doing financially. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Aug 18, 2020 21:56

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news China to Start Allowing Entry to Nationals of 36 European Countries

Why don't you ask the Chinese embassy in your country? Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Mar 27, 2020 12:31

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Foreigners in China Face Discrimination as Imported Corona Infections Grow

I think what you wrote makes a lot of sense. Administrative functions in China tend to keep close tabs on all foreigners, and it's highly unlikely that foreigners that are here legally would find themselves in situations like those described in the article, although there might be exceptions of course. With that ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Mar 11, 2020 14:23

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Majority of Beijing Expats Working from Home due to Coronavirus

Because that's the data they had access to? Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jan 06, 2020 11:52

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 5 Things to Consider Before Changing Jobs in China

Based on my own experience, I would say that the information in this article is quite accurate. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 27, 2019 14:37

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 Ways to Feel More Stable as an Expat Living in China

For once we agree. China is not a place to settle down and create a stable life for yourself. Among a plethora of other reasons, it's also almost impossible to a permanent residence/ green card in the country. Only a handful of foreigners have what it takes to mentally adjust to a permanent life in China, and even ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 27, 2019 14:32

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Teaching ESL in China: Adults Vs Children

OK boomer. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 13, 2019 17:40

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news No Money, No Honey: The Price of Love in China

There's no denying the fact that material wealth plays a significant role when choosing a partner in China. But I wonder if this is a transient behavior - assuming that the country keeps in developing. Men with money basically mean more security and stability in a society that severely lacks social welfare (China is ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 08, 2019 11:36

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 of the Best Industries for Graduate Jobs in China

Correct. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 07, 2019 22:26

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 of the Best Industries for Graduate Jobs in China

Not a bad first article. Sure, the topic might be a little overdone, but the angle is decent enough. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 04, 2019 10:47

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 Traditional Hobbies That Will Benefit Your Life in China

Look, I'm the first guy to criticize China for all its faults and minor (and major) annoyances. But you're nothing short of demeaning 1.4 billion people as if they are all racist and xenophobic, bad drivers and deeply immoral and unhealthy. If that's how you view them, then you better leave this country because you ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 03, 2019 11:27

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 Traditional Hobbies That Will Benefit Your Life in China

Bro, I think it's time for you to repatriate from whence you came. China's evidently not good for you. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Oct 27, 2019 20:39

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 4 Ways to Navigate Cultural Differences When Living in China

Are you OK? Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 29, 2019 17:03

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 5 Reasons Why Side Hustles Can be a Boon for Expats Working in China

+10 to your social credit score. Well done, (non)-citizen. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 22, 2019 20:24

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 5 Types of Foreigner You’ll Meet in the Chinese Workplace

I think you make a pretty good point there actually. Non-westerners are probably just so darn happy to be in a place that is not their flawed home country. Smug Westerners, on the other hand, will look at China and find so many things lacking; sub-par insulation and ventilation, undrinkable tap water and too much ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 11, 2019 21:25

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news China’s Latest Work Visa and Resident Permit Rules

I would offer you a scathing rebuttal... If I knew what on God's green earth you wrote to begin with. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 08, 2019 14:42

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 12 FAQs for Foreigners Working in China

Nice catch. If you're still on probation you will not get any severance pay, and your 30-day notice will be significantly shorter (three days, I believe). That means you certainly have a valid reason to be on edge during your probation, although a lot of companies will have shorter probation periods for foreigners - ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 07, 2019 16:58

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 12 FAQs for Foreigners Working in China

Sometimes, yes. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 06, 2019 22:24

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 12 FAQs for Foreigners Working in China

Why thank you very much, random photogenic Russian on the Internet. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 01, 2019 22:27

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Cope with Stressed Out Students When Teaching in China

Nice article Lewis, certainly one of your best ones so far! Full Comment>>