I’m a US university student doing research for transportation which is completely unrelated to Michaels social media in china. HOWEVER, talking with Michael and setting up a time to do so was simple and without a doubt the most informative engaging experience i’ve had working on my project. His depth of knowledge and ability to listen and communicate his thoughts was extremely helpful. I would work with him again in a heartbeat. Thanks again Mike!

Hello Mike,

I know it’s very late, But I want you to know that coming up with the words to say this is not as easy as it seems. I thought about this long and hard. I even had a discussion with Honey Bell. So this decision weighs heavily but I think this would be the best choice. This past few weeks have been rough. I know {name} does not mean any harm and although the way he interacts with me is less than ideal I understand him completely.

{company name} is his creation, I myself would become overprotective of something that I created with my own blood, sweat and tears. I understand how important the customer service role is to a company, and seeing that {staff name} is able to fulfill that role without making any mistake , I cannot see myself fitting in. Which is why it would be best If I left the company.

I have weighed it out and surely you have as well. Any mistake that I make is a huge blow to you and it only adds tension between you and {persons name}. If I left on my own it will surely alleviate the pressure you feel on the customer service department.

I realized that my time in this company has not been too long and these past 8 months working with you has been a blast. I had quite a lot of fun. I’ve seen a few people come and go but I never expected that I would be one of those who will leave the company. Writing this letter is hard but I want you to know that I bear no hard feelings or ill will against you or {persons name}.

You are by far the best boss that I have worked with. And it pains me to leave this company. But I think this is for the best. This is my farewell letter to you, I wrote this to provide closure.

I wish {company name withheld} all the best and for it to become even more successful in the future.

I interned with Michael in 2013 and had a great experience in Shenzhen. We were building Social Agent startup, hosting meet-ups, growing the community and team. I was exposed to every aspect of starting a business in China as a foreigner. No two days were the same when I worked with Michael. The dynamic environment I was in taught me a lot on being flexible, adaptable, and willing to learn. I saw firsthand how it is like to run a business inside Mainland China for foreigners. I got to experience the difference in language, difference in business environment, and difference in culture, and how they affect doing business in China. Because of this intense immersion experience, I recommend anyone considering this apprentice program to take the opportunity if you get it!

Hi Mike! How are you? Hope you’re doing well. I just wanted to say I’m sorry if I left GFA with just a 1day notice. I just wanted to let you know that you’ve been a great and kind boss and I appreciated that. I just don’t want you/other people to have bitterness towards me (not that I’m saying you are) but I wanted to thank you for all the opportunity you’ve given me. I really learned a lot! Thank you and God bless! 🙂 I wish you all the best and your business

He is a great communicator with excellent management and leadership ability. He understands how to implement project plans and motivates his employees.

Mike is a professional Online Marketing consultant with strong focus on Chinese social media. He is a real community manager and shake things when it comes to organize tech events/meetups. I also recommend him very much as a speaker.