lol i think as far as the company goes, the great thing is we attend many tech shows globally so you get to travel alot. I'm currently in London and will be back in GZ at the end of this month.

As for life in China, maybe I should post some pictures soon

In my opinion, another advantage that working in China offers aside from working experience and career path is the chance to live and experience an entirely different environment and culture.

In the beginning, when I just arrived in China, I hated the country. I had the impression that people spit everywhere, skies are always foggy, counterfeit items will be sold to you at all times, the typical thoughts one may have for China. But since living here for 3 years now, it really changed my perspective of the country. I'm not saying that doesn't happen anymore, it's just not as rampant as we read in the news. Plus there are great sides to this country as well.
For instances, the country has great parks, plenty of tourists attractions (if you're into nature and that kinda thing), nice people, etc.

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Hello. the method I got my first job in China is through a relative, so there is no offer required.
Interview was conducted in KL, and then when confirm accepted, they sent me to China to commence work immediately.

Hi Eric,

If it's already slated for Dongguan then I guess there's nothing much to worry about. Most places in Guangzhou/Dongguan/SHenzhen are pretty safe if that's what you're worried about.

How long will you be there for? Have you got your working visa ready? Of course, given a chance, if you are able to request any specific areas, Guangzhou city area would be best as you have everything there.
Cheers!

Both. Haha. When you go out, you use Mandarin. When you chat with your peers/friends, you use Canto.

Have added my Insta account. Too many to share. Of course, at times life is good, but there are times when life is not so good too

Haha. Mandarin is like the standard language you use when you first communicate with strangers.
Cantonese is used when you know the other fellow you're speaking to speaks Cantonese, then you start using Canto too.
Not sure if that makes sense

Haha. I hope he is nice to you!

Haha IKR. Company is a start up but its really promising. So tak ape la.
Maybe aim for MNC later on.

Haha that's cuz I'm staying in a REALLY small room.
It's like a mini-flat. Staying on the 5th floor. No elevators.

Haha mesti bro.
Even lowyat forum is throttled here. Takes super long to load without VPN.
Basically the more famous apps/sites that are banned include Google, Gmail, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, WordPress, Blogspot, etc.

I thought so too.
For Guangzhou, even engineers here get like RMB10-15K only.
RMB30k is really on another level.
Mine personally just hit one year and gonna increase to 7K - considering current exchange rates, about RM4.2k not so bad la.
Plus living expense is more or less like KL.

Thanks bro

And yup, engineers with 3 years experience onward are able to hit that figure.

Sorry for the late reply. Been busy lately.
I can't speak for the majority of Malaysian companies cuz honestly I don't see many around.
The most common Malaysian companies I know of are in the F&B industry. But then again Malaysian food not very well accepted here so...

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In that case, you can try applying for jobs at international hotels. Those that require English. Cuz that will be your advantage. There's still not many people here in Guangzhou that can speak English fluently so that will be your strength.
If you really want to work here you can try your luck. Cheers!

Hi buddy,

I've been receiving quite a number of PMs asking me about this thread. To be more clear on job options in China (or Guangzhou to be specific), I've updated post 1 of this thread. Based on your number of years in experience I assume you're around the same age as me. Do take a look at post 1 and let me know if I can help you in any other way. Cheers!

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Which part of GZ u at? Jom yumcha