How Nick went from not knowing Mandarin upon arrival in China to working as a Mandarin medical interpreter and translator.
Nick first moved to China after college to teach English and ended up staying 6 years total. He is the Author of the book Ultimate China Guide: How to Teach English, Travel, Learn Chinese, & Find Work in China.
Where he goes in-depth about many of the experiences he had there including playing violin with an orchestra, directing and producing 2 films, dating, how to prepare for living in China, where to live, and how to find a job among other topics.
Episode Content:
Intro Nick Lenczewski and current projects
How did you land in China and what was your main goal when arriving there?
How did you land on your first job in China, without knowing Chinese?
Do you think you can start with other jobs different than English teacher? I know of many people who start that but really don't like it and then try to move and work in something else.
The market in China becomes harder for foreigners. From what you see, where are the best opportunities that left?
What's the best method in your opinion to learn Chinese? when or where was the place where you feel you've improved the most?
Can you tell us a bit about your book, "The Ultimate China Guide"? Why you've decided to write and what's unique about it?
Any more books planned?
Let's get to the digital nomad part in you. Where would you like to go next? and Why?
What's the best way to get in touch with you?
If you were coming to China now, in 2016/2017 - what would you do differently from the time you came? Or would you do the same and recommend the same path to others?
Episode Mentions:
Intro
Interview
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