I will be your premium personal assistant and guide in guangzhou
Guangzhou: Bilingual local support, Melbourne help available
Level 1
Has met certain performance criteria and shows strong potential in the marketplace.
About this Gig
Hi I'm Melanie, a Guangzhou-based cross-cultural partner with nearly a decade of experience living and working between China and Australia
I help international founders, entrepreneurs, and travellers navigate Guangzhou and China with confidence, clarity, and ease
Having lived in both Australia and China for many years, I understand both perspectives what Western clients hope for and how things actually work here. With fluent Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, I aim to make communication smoother and the experience more comfortable
What I offer
· Tailored factory visits, market sourcing & supplier coordination
· On-ground business support and interpretation
· Cultural navigation & personalised local experiences
· Remote assistance after you return home (ongoing coordination and follow-ups)
· Trip planning, transport, and customised itineraries
I've worked with clients across various industries, and many continue with remote support for post-trip needs. You can see some of my previous projects in my profile
Please message me before placing an order so I can understand your needs and check my availability. I keep my schedule selective to give each client proper attention
Destination:
China
Focus area:
Culture
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Business
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Tourism
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FAQ
Do you have experience with this kind of work?
Yes — most work comes from founders and individuals navigating sourcing, production, or short-term visits in China. Projects have ranged from market exploration and supplier coordination to ongoing remote support after clients return home. You can see selected work at @ifsomedays.
Can you help with something not listed in your Gig?
Yes! Most work isn’t predefined. If you have something specific in mind, feel free to reach out. I’ll let you know directly whether it’s something I can support, or how it can be approached.
Can you help me outside of Guangzhou?
Guangzhou is the main base, especially for sourcing and market access. Depending on the project, support can extend across the Pearl River Delta, or continue remotely after your visit.
How do I know this will work for me?
The work is not about fixed services, but about helping things move clearly and efficiently in a place that can feel unfamiliar at first. If there’s a good fit, it usually becomes clear quite quickly after a short conversation.
What should I include when reaching out?
A bit of context always helps. If possible, share your dates, how long you’ll be in Guangzhou, what you’re working on, and where you feel uncertain. This makes it much easier to understand how to support you properly from the start.
Is this suitable for first-time visitors to China?
Yes, especially if you’re not fully familiar with how things work here yet. Many clients come with clear goals, but need help navigating the details, conversations, and decisions along the way.
Do you only work during the visit, or also after?
Both. Some projects are short and on-the-ground, while others continue after clients leave — especially for sourcing follow-ups, coordination, or ongoing decisions.
What kind of clients do you usually work with?
Mostly founders and individuals working on something of their own. The common thread is usually not scale, but intent.
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M maudtophoven

Netherlands
Melanie is super nice to work with, brings us on the right location and is a really good tolk. She helped us very well and would definetly recommend her!!
Up to $50
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2 days
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dougmurphy749

United States
As a customer I was very disappointed in Melanie’s service and attention details. She was not very responsive to me and I was not able to connect with her even after traveling 22 hours to China very disappointed in this service.
Up to $50
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3 months
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Helpful?M morganpkon

United Kingdom
Melanie was great to work with, responded to messages very promptly with as much info as possible. Took time to understand details about our meeting so she could assist in clarifying with the partner we were meeting with. Takes great pride in her work and professional manner.
Up to $50
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?M mnhardy

United Kingdom
Melanie was great to work with. Proactive, knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. She provided clear insights into the market and followed up with a comprehensive report to summarize our meeting. I appreciate her support.
Up to $50
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5 days
Duration
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Helpful?S saiynoiun

Germany
Melanie was extremely helpful and professional. She handled supplier communication, coordination, and on-site checks reliably and went far beyond simple translation. Highly recommended!
Up to $50
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10 days
Duration
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M maudtophoven

Netherlands
Melanie is super nice to work with, brings us on the right location and is a really good tolk. She helped us very well and would definetly recommend her!!
Up to $50
Price
2 days
Duration
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Seller's Response
Helpful?D 
dougmurphy749

United States
As a customer I was very disappointed in Melanie’s service and attention details. She was not very responsive to me and I was not able to connect with her even after traveling 22 hours to China very disappointed in this service.
Up to $50
Price
3 months
Duration
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Helpful?M morganpkon

United Kingdom
Melanie was great to work with, responded to messages very promptly with as much info as possible. Took time to understand details about our meeting so she could assist in clarifying with the partner we were meeting with. Takes great pride in her work and professional manner.
Up to $50
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?M mnhardy

United Kingdom
Melanie was great to work with. Proactive, knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. She provided clear insights into the market and followed up with a comprehensive report to summarize our meeting. I appreciate her support.
Up to $50
Price
5 days
Duration
I 
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Helpful?S saiynoiun

Germany
Melanie was extremely helpful and professional. She handled supplier communication, coordination, and on-site checks reliably and went far beyond simple translation. Highly recommended!
Up to $50
Price
10 days
Duration
I 
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