Out-of-Town Interview Invite: Would You Go?

Recently, we encountered two candidate cases that were both unfortunate — Lost job opportunities. Case 1: “Shanghai Pudong? That’s Too Far.” The first case involved a Brazilian automotive parts company expanding its business in China. The company identified a promising candidate based in Jiangsu and invited the candidate to attend a face-to-face interview at its […]

Interviewing Candidates in China: Which Video Meeting Tools Actually Work?

For global employers hiring talent in China,there is one practical issue that overseas hiring teams often underestimate:a. The video meeting tools your company normally uses may not be the tools your candidates in China. Failed connections, poor audio or video quality, and sometimes an interview that never happens at all.b. Global companies commonly schedule interviews […]

Running project of “From Store Expansion to Profitability: Redesigning a China Sourcing Organisation”

A data-driven case study on restructuring—not simply reducing—an overseas procurement team. A European retailer begins reducing its store footprint, the impact rarely stops at the retail level. It eventually reaches category management, sourcing, supplier portfolios, quality control, compliance, product development and the structure of its overseas procurement offices. Plans to close approximately 300 stores across […]

Attending the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai gave me a much clearer understanding of what AI really means for business and people.

Before WAIC, like many professionals, I mainly viewed AI as a tool for improving efficiency—helping us search for information, create content, analyse data and complete repetitive work faster. After seeing the technologies, applications and discussions presented at WAIC, my perspective changed. AI is no longer simply a tool that waits for instructions. It is developing […]

Basic Management Training in Hangzhou: Turning Managers into Better Communicators and Team Leaders

On June 21–22, JetSpeed successfully delivered a two-day Basic Management Training programme in Hangzhou for more than 20 middle managers from a US-based internet company. The participants represented a wide range of technical and project-management functions, including:Front-end and back-end development team leadersMobile application development leadersProject managersOther middle-management positionsFor many technically strong professionals, becoming a manager […]

49, Laid Off… and Hired Again in Shanghai

In today’s tough economic environment, many professionals are struggling with job security—especially those approaching retirement age. I recently supported a female candidate who was laid off at 48… and successfully landed a new role at 49 in Shanghai.In China, the traditional retirement age for women is around 50 (now becoming more flexible with recent policy […]

Happy 7th Anniversary to Jetspeed!

A journey full of challenges and opportunities. As the owner, I’m celebrating this special day in my favorite color, red. March 1st marks not just our anniversary, but also the season of Lunar New Year, making this a meaningful and festive occasion. Over the years, we’ve navigated through a lot together — from the Russia-Ukraine […]

Happy Chinese New Year 2026 – Year of the Horse!

As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we would like to express our sincere appreciation to our valued clients, partners, and friends for your continued trust and support. Your collaboration has been a driving force behind our achievements and growth. The Horse symbolizes energy, strength, and progress — qualities that inspire us as we […]

Merry Christmas!

Today is Christmas Eve. The Jetspeed Team would like to express our sincere gratitude to all our partners, suppliers, and customers for your support throughout the year. We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! This week, as a token of appreciation for the continued trust and support from our suppliers and […]

2026 China Public Holiday

The General Office of the State Council announced on November 4, 2025, the arrangement of certain public holidays for 2026. Units and individuals are encouraged to combine these holidays with paid annual leave and other leave systems to create longer vacation periods in practice and promote staggered travel. During the holidays, all regions and departments […]