1:1 COACHING
Personalized China Coaching
Whether you're planning to teach, relocate, or build a career in China, personalized coaching can help you better understand the process, prepare for common challenges, and make more informed decisions. Drawing on seven years of experience in Tianjin and more than twenty years in business leadership, Joe shares practical insights based on real-world experience.
Why Work With Joe?
✓ 7 Years Living & Working in Tianjin
✓ Supported Hundreds of Foreign Educators
✓ 20+ Years of Business Leadership Experience
✓ MBA + TESOL Certified
Why This Platform Exists?
The Middle Kingdom Code was created to help foreigners avoid common mistakes and navigate life, work, and opportunity in China with greater confidence.
ON-THE-GROUND EXPERIENCE
Tianjin-Tested Guidance
Avoid costly mistakes and gain practical insights based on real experience. Every coaching session is tailored to your goals, whether you're exploring teaching opportunities, preparing for relocation, or adapting to everyday life in China.
The Unfiltered Reality
Life in China can be rewarding, but it comes with challenges that many newcomers don't expect. From understanding employers and evaluating opportunities to setting up banking, housing, and digital payments, having the right information early can save time, money, and frustration.
After seven years living and working in Tianjin and supporting hundreds of foreign educators, Joe offers practical insights based on real-world experience rather than theory or second-hand advice.
PERSONALIZED COACHING
Coaching & Guidance Sessions
Choose the session that best matches your current goals. Whether you're exploring teaching opportunities, preparing for relocation, or improving professional communication, each session is tailored to your specific situation.
Quick Clarity Session
Single Coaching Session
Premium Coaching Pack
✦One-on-one call about your specific situation
✦My take on how the process works, from 7 years on the ground
✦Red flags to watch for in your case
✦One clear next step before we end the call
30-Minute Session - Discovery Call
✦Deep dive into your job offer or relocation plan
✦My honest take, based on real experience
✦Talking points for your own negotiations
✦Written summary sent after the call
60-Minute Session
SESSION 1:
Goals, timeline, and your path forward
SESSION 2
Reviewing offers and weighing options
SESSION 3
Practical prep before you move forward
SESSION 4
Progress check-in and next steps
4 Sessions -60 Minute Each
$35 USD
$75 USD
$297 USD
⚠ Important Disclaimer
Joe Nogueira is a certified Advanced & Professional Coach — not a lawyer, immigration attorney, financial advisor, or licensed counselor. All coaching sessions are based entirely on personal experience, opinion, and perspective gained through 7 years of living and working in China, and are intended for general guidance and encouragement only.
Nothing discussed in any session constitutes legal, immigration, financial, tax, or medical advice. Visa requirements, employment law, contracts, and financial regulations vary by individual circumstance and change over time — always verify current requirements with a qualified attorney, licensed immigration consultant, accountant, or relevant government authority before making any decision.
By booking a session, you acknowledge that all guidance shared is personal opinion based on lived experience, and that you are responsible for independently verifying any information before acting on it.
CLEAR ANSWERS
Frequently Asked Questions
How do sessions work?
Is this city-specific?
All coaching sessions are conducted virtually via video conference. You will receive a brief questionnaire before the session so we can focus on your specific goals, questions, and challenges.
While Joe's experience is rooted in Tianjin, the guidance applies broadly to foreigners living and working across China, including major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and many tier-two cities.
What topics can we discuss?
What is the refund policy?
Sessions focus on sharing practical insights and personal experience related to living, working, teaching, and adapting to life in China. Topics may include relocation preparation, teaching opportunities, cultural expectations, professional communication, and everyday logistics. Sessions do not provide legal, immigration, tax, or employment advice.
Due to the personalized nature of one-on-one coaching sessions, bookings are non-refundable but may be rescheduled with at least 24 hours' notice.
Information shared during coaching sessions is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is based on personal experience living and working in China. Coaching sessions do not constitute legal, immigration, tax, financial, or employment advice. Clients should consult qualified professionals regarding specific legal or regulatory matters.
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