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China, Decoded.

China, Decoded.

How China really works in business.

Twenty years importing from China. Practical tools. Real intelligence. Everything your Chinese supplier hopes you never find out.

The Real Translation Guide
What they say
What it means
"No problem."
I don't know, but I don't want to lose face.
"Almost ready."
Production hasn't started yet.
"Best price."
There's 15–25% still to negotiate.
"Quality very good."
Please don't request an inspection.
"Factory very big."
Don't ask for the factory address.
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Vol. I · Negotiation
The Negotiator Bundle

Every script and framework to negotiate with Chinese suppliers in English and Mandarin.

  • First contact email templates
  • Price negotiation scripts (3 styles)
  • Cultural communication guide
  • Red flag detection checklist
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"10 things your Chinese
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Content Series

One China secret, every week.

Free on TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube. The things your supplier hopes you never learn. Follow @decodedchina to get them as they drop.
No. 01TikTok
I Decoded "No Problem" — You'll Never Hear It The Same Way Again
The phrase that's cost Australian businesses millions, finally explained clearly.
No. 02TikTok
Why Your China Quote Is Not Real — And What The Real Price Is
Every quote has 15-25% negotiation room built in. Here's how to find it.
No. 03LinkedIn
The Question That Exposes a Fake Factory in 30 Seconds
Ask this on your next supplier video call. The response tells you everything.
No. 04YouTube
Your Sample Was Perfect. Your Order Won't Be. Here's Why.
The sample factory and the production factory are often entirely different entities.
No. 05YouTube
Australian Import Duties Explained in Under 10 Minutes
HS codes, AQIS requirements, and how to calculate your true landed cost.
No. 06Rednote
澳洲进货从中国:报关踩坑全记录(15年实战经验)
真实案例分享,帮你避开清关最常见的坑。
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"We'd been importing from the same supplier for three years. The first renegotiation after using Decoded China's toolkit recovered $34,000 on a single order."

Managing Director · Melbourne · Homewares Retail
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