Unlocking the Emperor's Door: Success, Tradition and Innovation in China

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One man, one company, one country. If you are interacting with Chinese businesses, doing business in China, wanting to understand more about China, or simply wanting to see what can be achieved through passion, commitment, and integrity, this is the book for you. Unlocking the Emperor's Door documents the successes and failures of a man who has been at the heart of Chinese innovation for decades, told through the eyes of a Western business expert uniquely immersed in a culture that was once foreign to him. Demonstrating the impact of personal vision and persistence, a focus on driving business opportunities and a no-retreat philosophy, you will meet Li Jinyuan, the founder and Chairman of Tiens Group - known locally as Tianshi - and uncover his story of success, gain profound insight into a people and and better understand the nation which is driving the World economy. Set against the stunning and surreal backdrop of modern China, this rags to riches tale of triumph over tragedy, restless adaptation and individual courage in a complex system reveals truths about business in China which are vitally relevant today and will be essential tomorrow. Whether you are looking for information, inspiration, or innovation, you will find it in this book.

Christopher Sheedy is a writer and journalist who has worked out of offices in New York City, London, Rome, Paris, Sydney, Singapore, Canberra, Auckland and Beijing for brands as varied as Guinness World Records, GQ, McDonald's, Virgin Australia, American Institute of CPAs, Westpac Bank, Salesforce, Volvo, Fairfax Media and more. His is the author of three books and his long-time interest in international business has fuelled a fascination with China, which culminated to his researching and writing of UNLOCKING THE EMPEROR'S DOOR. Married to novelist Jenny Bond, Sheedy has two young sons, a dog, and a mild but manageable obsession with the sport of football.