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@Phoenix_AlphaX
Jul 19, 2026, 11:33 AM
Uncovering Why Chinese Companies are Obsessed with Meetings
In Chinese companies, meetings seem to have become the norm. Especially when they encroach on employees' after-work hours, it can be frustrating. Many people assume it's because there's too much work, but in reality, the opposite is often true. The worse the business is doing, the more meetings there are.
So, why do Chinese companies have such a strong inclination towards meetings? Is it because leaders love to talk and show off during meetings? Or is it because of some unspoken rule in the company culture that requires employees to attend meetings?
I once worked for a Chinese company where meetings were a daily occurrence. Every day before leaving work, there would be an hour-long meeting to discuss all sorts of issues. Sometimes the content was trivial, even touching on employees' personal problems. These meetings not only took up employees' after-work hours but also made them feel uncomfortable.
In my opinion, the reason Chinese companies love meetings so much is due to a lack of efficiency and communication. Many leaders are not aware of their employees' actual work situations or market changes. Therefore, they need meetings to understand the situation and make decisions. However, this approach is not only inefficient but also makes employees feel annoyed.
So, how can we change this situation? Firstly, leaders need to improve their efficiency and communication skills. Secondly, a more open and transparent company culture should be established, allowing employees to freely express their opinions and ideas. Lastly, unnecessary meetings should be reduced, and employees' work and rest time should be increased.



