Posted by mstrum on January 24, 2009
The Name Game Never use just someone’s first name in Korea, except between close friends. Especially in the business world you need to make sure that you always use their name and title whenever referring to them. Just like the last chapter stated, business cards are a great way to exchange names and titles. Bilingual [...]
Posted by mstrum on January 6, 2009
인정 = humanity The author brings up 16 interesting points which show the similarities between Korea and Ireland in being repressed countries or colonies. Some interesting points are: Among the highest regular church-goers Famous for their drinking habits Next chapter, Understanding Korean Management or select a chapter.
Posted by mstrum on December 22, 2008
The Kissing Game Is the video broken? Please comment so I can find a new copy. Thanks! Ok, when I first heard about this game I thought it was a joke. BUT, I found another video which says at least a few people really play it. How do you play? The person at the end [...]
Posted by mstrum on December 15, 2008
Is the video broken? Please comment so I can find a new copy. Thanks! All you have to remember is drink quick and then make the throat sound ‘kkkkkkk’. There you go, now you drink like a Korean! I really like taking these little clips out of the dramas I watch so you’ll probably see [...]
Posted by mstrum on December 4, 2008
KoreanClass101.com: When you drink, you should not fill someone else’s glass until it’s empty. Turn your head so your boss (or anyone older) won’t have to watch you drinking. This only applies in formal situations, usually your boss will ask you to be more comfortable (though many still turn their head, because it’s considered polite [...]