Chinese-speaking American about his 40 years in Asia

👨‍💻 Elevate your career to the next level with upGrad x Golden Gate University’s Doctor in Business Administration program! Gain the skills needed to earn the prestigious ’Dr’ title and stand out as a leader in your industry. Check out the program now: 👍 This is Karl. He’s from the US, but he has been working in Asia since the eighties. He studied Mandarin Chinese in Taiwan, worked in China, and now resides in Singapore. He shared his experiences in Asia and explained why expats will never truly be a part of Singaporean society. Enjoy! Karl on LinkedIn: TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 INTRO 00:23 First Impressions of Asia 01:15 Singapore in the 90’s 02:47 Do foreigners steal jobs from locals? 04:15 The Most Important Career Advice 05:31 How to overcome biases about Asia 08:18 About languages (Mandarin Chinese, Malay) 10:00 Favorite food in Hawker centre 10:47 How to communicate with Chinese people 12:02 Why foreigners will never truly be a part of the East World WATCH NEXT: ► What is it like to live in Singapore since 1989: ► Why this American decided to live in Singapore: ► Pros & Cons of Living in Singapore as a Foreigner: LET’S BE FRIENDS: ► My Instagram (use the translate button to read the posts 😇): ► Sponsorship-related requests: @ Hey! This channel bridges the gap between locals and foreigners in Singapore. Join Max as he interviews expats, unraveling their unique stories and providing valuable insights into their lives in this vibrant city-state. Through engaging conversations, Max fosters understanding and appreciation between Singaporeans and the global community with a focus on cultural exchange. If you’re a company seeking sponsorship opportunities to engage our upscale audience, contact us at @. With over 50% Singaporean viewers and a substantial number of foreign professionals (US, EU, Australia), our mature audience (35-54 years) boasts strong purchasing power and interests in an above-average lifestyle, travel, investment, and personal finance. If you have a guest suggestion for an interview, please reach out to us at @. #ExpatLife #MaxChernov #Singapore