Rule of communication between Western and Chinese
| Western Rules | Chinese Rules |
| offer as much information as you can | try not to disagree openly |
| be as truthful as possible | don’t ask people above you difficult questions |
| make what you say important (relevant) | don’t show you don’t understand something |
| don’t make people guess your meaning | communicate negatives in an indirect way |
| be brief, orderly and logical | keep the conversation smooth |
| get to, and keep on, the point | don’t embarrass a person in front of a group |
| state your opinion (even if you disagree) | if what you say will cause problems don’t say it |
| ask questions if you don’t understand | don’t disturb the harmony of the situation |
| being clear is most important | being polite is most important |
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