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British woman moves to China and can't get over nine big career perks
A young British woman insists people should move to China as she has been wowed by her new way of life living in Shanghai – and she pointed out nine positive changes
Moving to a new city or country can be an exciting and fulfilling adventure, but it can also be daunting leaving behind the life that you are used to. However, often people who move abroad find that they prefer it. And one of these expats is Luka Larkin.
It was the young woman's 2025 goal to move to China – and last month she made it happen. She flew from Manchester to Shanghai on a 13 hour flight and began her new life living in an apartment in the city. She now works as a pharmacist close by to the stunning Oriental Pearl Tower.
The Brit has since opened up about her new life after moving to China, which she says "beats the UK by a mile". On her TikTok page, Luka gushed she feels "so lucky" after making the move. So here are eight of her observations about the new work culture she is experiencing...
1. Employers provide food
Luka said: "All food is free, it's normal for employers to give free lunch in China. If you have leftover lunch money, you can use it for snacks."
2. Napping isn't frowned upon
The British expat explained: "It's normal to sleep in the office at lunch time."
3. It's high-tech
Luka revealed many offices have temperature readers when you arrive, which can help to detect who is ill. This should help to stop sickness spreading to further employees.
4. Great amenities
Luka's office has some brilliant facilities. She said: "The office has two gyms and a yoga studio that offers daily classes."
5. Relaxing areas
It's not all fitness and productivity either – as there's even a room to unwind. The employee shared a picture of a "library room with a water fountain", which looks like a seriously nice place to relax.
6. Massages
Speaking of relaxing, there are massage chairs available for workers to use. Plus, Luka added: "We also get a free 15 minute physio massage every week."
7. Less childcare costs
Luka revealed: "Employees with children are allowed to bring them in during summer holidays!"
8. Nice views
If you're working in cities like Shanghai, you're likely to get lovely cityscape views. From Luka's office, she can see iconic skyscrapers like the Pearl Tower.
9. Beautiful scenery everywhere
It's not all corporate either – as Luka pointed out some lovely green spaces near her workplace. Fresh vegetables are being grown and there are plenty of pretty trees too.
Reaction
After looking through Luka's list, many took to the comments section to leave their thoughts.
One viewer gushed: "I love working in China." Another wrote: "Wow China has it right! The napping on lunch would help so many people."
A third said: "Ok I'm ready to work in China." A fourth argued: "Normalise sleeping in the office, I love this."
A fifth wrote: "I love China. The work lunches are the most delicious things ever, I think about them every day."
