September 01, 2008

Western Vs Asian

This is an interesting comparison between Western and Asian.


Opinion
W: Talk to the point
A: Talk around the circle, especially if different opinions

Way of Life
W: individualism, think of himself or herself.
A: enjoy gathering with family and friends, solving their problems, and know each other's business (keh poh).

Punctuality
W: on time.
A: in time.

Contacts
W: Contact to related person only
A: Contact everyone everywhere, business very successful.

Anger
W: Show that I am angry.
A: I am angry, but still smiling... (beware!)

Queue when Waiting
W: Queuing in an orderly manner
A: Queuing?! What's that?

Sundays on the Road
W: Enjoy weekend relaxing peacefully.
A: Enjoy weekend in crowded places, like going to the mall.

Party
W: Only gather with their own group.
A: All focus on the one activity that is hosted by the CEO .

In the restaurant
W: Talk softly and gently in the restaurant.
A: Talk and laugh loudly like their own restaurant .

Travelling
W: Love sightseeing and enjoy the scenery.
A: Taking picture is the most important, scenery is just for the background.

Handling of Problems
W: Take any steps to solve the problems.
A: Try to avoid conflicts, and if can, don't leave any trail.

Three meals a day
W: Good meal for once a day is sufficed.
A: At least 3 good meals a day.

Transportation
W: Before drove cars, now cycling for environmental protection.
A: Before no money and rode a bike, now got money and drive a car .

Elderly in day to day life
W: When old, there is snoopy for companionship.
A: When old, guarantee will not be lonely, as long as willing to baby-sit the grand kids.

Moods and Weather
W: The logic is, rain is pain.
A: The more the rain, more prosperity .

The Boss
W: The boss is part of the team.
A: The boss is a Fierce god.

What's Trendy
W: Healthy Asian cuisine
A: Expensive Western cuisine.

The Child
W: The kid is going to be independent and make his/her own living.
A: Work, live and all for the kids, the centre of life.


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