Not knowing the culture will definitely hinder you compared to someone that does, but you might be able to carve out a niche as a “Western/English” facing executive. Basically you will be the executive that interfaces…
I’ll add to this. If you’re ethnically Chinese, can speak Mandarin, and have a desire to move to an executive position, then highly consider it. There won’t be a bamboo ceiling and your assertiveness won’t be seen…
Not knowing the culture will definitely hinder you compared to someone that does, but you might be able to carve out a niche as a “Western/English” facing executive. Basically you will be the executive that interfaces…
I’ll add to this. If you’re ethnically Chinese, can speak Mandarin, and have a desire to move to an executive position, then highly consider it. There won’t be a bamboo ceiling and your assertiveness won’t be seen…