· Avoid making exaggerated gestures or using dramatic facial expressions. The Chinese do not use their hands when speaking, and become distracted by a speaker who does.
· The Chinese do not like to be touched by people they do not know. This is especially important to remember when dealing with older people or people in important positions.
· Members of the same sex may be seen publicly holding hands, but public affection between the opposite sexes is not condoned.
· Use an open hand rather than one finger to point.
· To beckon, turn the palm down and wave the fingers toward the body.
· Do not put your hands in your mouth (biting your nails, dislodging food from your teeth); this is considered disgusting.
· The Chinese do not like to be touched by people they do not know. This is especially important to remember when dealing with older people or people in important positions.
· Members of the same sex may be seen publicly holding hands, but public affection between the opposite sexes is not condoned.
· Use an open hand rather than one finger to point.
· To beckon, turn the palm down and wave the fingers toward the body.
· Do not put your hands in your mouth (biting your nails, dislodging food from your teeth); this is considered disgusting.