nzteacher80
  • I live inNanjing
  • NationalityNew Zealand
  • Interests
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About Me

I am a 33 year old male from New Zealand. I am teaching in Guangzhou. I have 10 years experience, including management experience. I have 5 years teaching experience in China.

Recent Activity

nzteacher80

Aug 22, 2021 09:46

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news 6 Things Foreigners Working in Chinese Companies Should Avoid

How to be a good pet foreigner in seven easy steps. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Aug 12, 2021 22:56

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news The Guilt of Being an Overpaid Foreign Teacher in China

Don't feel guilty about it. Start gifting your salary to your Chinese colleagues! Better than just wringing your hands and feeling all guilty. Plenty of other people are worse off in China. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Dec 07, 2020 15:44

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news US Doctor Shocked At Chinese Hospital Procedures, Says It Resembles a Factory Plant

I've been in China for 6 years and I've never had a mold infection in my lungs. You must live in sub-standard housing and work here illegally. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Dec 07, 2020 15:42

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news US Doctor Shocked At Chinese Hospital Procedures, Says It Resembles a Factory Plant

It was an anecdote. I'm not crying about it. I though it was funny. You sound like some kind of keyboard tough guy who cruises around telling people he's been in China for 12 years. Woop de fucking doo. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Sep 08, 2018 03:10

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news The Hidden Advantages of Being the Only Foreigner in a Chinese Office

Great advice. Let me sum it up. You're interesting- you're a zoo exhibit. You're excused from office gossip- no one talks to you. You'll get great at doodling- no one talks to you and when they do you don't understand. Free Chinese lessons- you need to learn Chinese if you want people to talk to you, they probably ... Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

May 14, 2018 14:41

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news How Collectivism Manifests Itself in the Chinese Workplace

Hilarious article. China is collectivist because one person wields all the power in a company? Mkay. I see you have Stalin's take on collectivism. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

May 14, 2018 14:38

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news How to Be a Part of Your Community When Living in China

China's "thriving" music scene? Pfffft. Not sure if we're in the same China. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Aug 14, 2016 18:45

Around China : nzteacher80 commented on news A Chinese Tourist's Road Trip in the US Ended up with Being Surrounded by Gun-Wielding Cops

Lucky they weren't black I guess. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jul 29, 2016 23:33

Around China : nzteacher80 commented on news Man Jailed for Selling Porn Site Memberships Despite Only Making 1 RMB Per Sale

Meanwhile prostitutes ply their trade in all large cities undeterred by law enforcement. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jul 21, 2016 19:31

Around China : nzteacher80 commented on news Woman Tries to Bring 2 Guns and 50 Rounds onto Beijing Subway

I'm surprised that the security staff were actually watching the screen and weren't playing Candy Crush Saga Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jul 20, 2016 20:08

Around China : nzteacher80 commented on news Patriotic Hangzhou Company Rewards Employees for Destroying iPhones

Plenty of Buicks, Chevrolets and Cadillacs in Hangzhou... Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jul 16, 2016 14:20

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news Suki Speaks: An Interview with a Chinese Webcast Star

Arousing? Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jul 12, 2016 01:48

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news Suki Speaks: An Interview with a Chinese Webcast Star

Porn without the tits. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jul 04, 2016 15:57

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news How To: Avoid Employment Scams in China

Well done EChinaCities. This article is over 6 years old - a new record! Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 28, 2016 16:08

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news China’s Webcast Stars Already Earn Thousands, But Can They Appeal to a Mainstream Market?

Voyeurism, stimulation (ahem), worship and hawking useless trinkets... Mao would be proud. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 25, 2016 22:24

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news 5 Things I’ve Learned About China That I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Self

I'd tell my younger self to watch out for crappy expat websites that recycle old articles all the time. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 23, 2016 11:29

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

Who'd take marriage advice from someone who is set for her third divorce? A BHP like you doejohn123. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 22, 2016 16:30

Around China : nzteacher80 commented on news Hangzhou Man Drowns While Testing His Dog’s Swimming Abilities

Was the dog okay? Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 20, 2016 12:57

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news The Times They are A-Changin': Eight Years in China

Don't be too tough on him. Understanding Chinese culture isn't easy . May be you could school us on some of the finer points such as being selfish, having a complete disregard for others, having a lack of personal hygiene and shitting in the street? Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 20, 2016 10:14

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news The Times They are A-Changin': Eight Years in China

Do some research into your sources Trey Archer and you won't come off as such a moron. The East Asia Tribune story is a hoax. The East Asia Tribune has also broken such stories as "Singapore to send astronauts back to the moon" and my favourite about the families in singapore who watch their sons lose their ... Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 13, 2016 13:52

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news Smart and Practical: The Best Apps for Travelling in China

The new Google Translate is essential. It has Word Lens which allows hover translation. Any Chinese sign or writing that you point your camera at gets automatically translated on your screen. It's amazing. The best app is a VPN that allows you to use Google Translate and Google maps. The apps mentioned above are ... Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 06, 2016 09:53

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news Light a Candle: Overcoming Discrimination in China’s ESL Market

@Guest14341422. I apologise for what I said. I wasn't meaning to insinuate that people from the sub-continent were rapists but I can see how you could read that from my comment. I was trying to make fun of Firefighter because he said that all white foreigners were rapists . I have a lot of respect for Indian and ... Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 04, 2016 22:02

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news Light a Candle: Overcoming Discrimination in China’s ESL Market

My thoughts exactly. Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 04, 2016 17:55

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news Light a Candle: Overcoming Discrimination in China’s ESL Market

Why don't you tell is what you really think? Full Comment>>

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nzteacher80

Jun 03, 2016 23:26

Articles : nzteacher80 commented on news Light a Candle: Overcoming Discrimination in China’s ESL Market

Doesnt mention Taiwan. Written by a moron. See the comments beneath article. That article is also a month old. Full Comment>>

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