Global Money-Making Map: A Truth About Business Culture

In China, we are accustomed to dividing the business landscape with the phrase "Beijing looks at the background, Shanghai looks at the threshold, Shenzhen looks at efficiency." Looking globally, this logic still applies, but the scenarios and methods have changed.

Here is the "one-sentence" core survival guide for the main global business landscape:

China: The ultimate embodiment of all play styles. You must possess the wolf-like tenacity of Shenzhen (hardworking), the awareness of Beijing (understanding of policies), and the dignity of Shanghai (navigating social circles). Surviving here means you can dominate anywhere else.

United States: No nonsense, look at the contract, look at the performance (ROI). It doesn't matter whose son you are, what matters is whether you can earn US dollars.

Germany: Everything is done according to the process. Don't try to take shortcuts, and don't expect any flexibility; here there is only "accuracy" and "error".

Japan: Details are taken to an extreme, politeness is brought to the utmost, but exclusivity and strict hierarchies can be oppressive; it is suitable for consumption but not for outsiders to start a business.

South Korea: Cyberpunk Alchemy Field. The chaebols control everything, the whole nation is into trading coins/plastic surgery/competition, everyone is living at double speed, either ascending or dying suddenly.

Singapore: The epitome of elitism. As long as you follow the rules and have money, this place is paradise; want to push the boundaries? Fines will teach you a lesson.

UK: On the surface a gentleman, but in reality a trader. As long as the consultation fee is sufficient, London will let you spend your money with dignity, no matter where it comes from.

France: Want to get in the circle? First check the education and taste. Don't rush the process, my vacation is sacred and inviolable.

Switzerland: I don't care about right or wrong, I only care about privacy. Here, we only serve the top 0.01% of the pyramid, extremely elitist but absolutely secure.

Italy: Contracts are just waste paper, relationships (Connection) are the key. Business is not discussed in the conference room; it is forged during long family lunches.

Dubai: Face is power. Without luxury cars and top-notch arrangements, no one will believe you have the energy.

Russia: The law is not as strong as a fist. To do business here, you must seek a form of "physical" strong protection.

Egypt: Without "tips" it's impossible to get by, and you can't get in without a military background.

Saudi Arabia: Previously believed in God, now believes in vision. As long as you can help the royal family achieve their transformation dream, money is not an issue at all.

Israel: A strong sense of crisis, highly skilled individuals per capita, direct and harsh in speech (not concerned with face), but with top-notch delivery capabilities globally.

Vietnam: When the drinks are flowing, business thrives. Here, it's not just about efficiency; it's also about who is bolder and who dares to gamble, all amidst opportunities for brutal growth.

Turkey: The fiat currency is devaluing every day, forcing everyone to be a savvy trader.

Philippines: Don't expect efficiency, but if you need cheap English labor or to cover up gray market activities, this is the most cost-effective option.

India: A billion people are bargaining. Here, "tomorrow" might mean "never."

Australia: Don't show off, working too hard will be looked down upon.

Canada: More polite than Americans, politically correct, but also poorer, slower, and less efficient.

Thailand: If the business is not enjoyable, then don't do it. It's suitable to spend money on health and wellness, not for working hard to make money.

New Zealand: If the world ends, this place will still be here. Besides buying land and building bunkers to wait for death, there’s nothing else to do here.