Tag: Don Southerton

  • Korea 101 The Book

    https://www.prweb.com/releases/korea-101-the-book—shares-an-in-depth-look-at-korean-business-301916654.html Korea 101: The Book– Shares an In-depth Look at Korean Business Don Southerton reflects on 20 years of insights and experiences from a Cultural Perspective. GOLDEN, Colo., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Korean global business advisor and strategist Don Southerton has released his latest publication, Korea 101: The Book—20 Years of Insights and Anecdotes. Southerton notes, “For over 20…

  • Back in the News: Korea 101

    We’re back in the News.

  • Korea 101: The most trusted Korean cross-cultural program.

    This month we are celebrating 20 years of Korea 101 programs. The program was first launched in August 2003 and has been presented to over 10,000 people worldwide. In celebration this Fall, the program will be offered in an all-new hybrid version with both Live onsite and Remote online components.  Scheduling for Fall 2023 programs…

  • Why do Westerners need Korean cultural training: Hints and Ten Steps

    This may be the first time working with a Korean team for Westerners. This opportunity brings with it the need to better understand their new partner’s culture, workplace norms, and expectations. In most cases, the Western team will interact with a Korean HQ or expatriate team. Some of the teams will hold a line managerial…

  • The TFT and Competitive Intelligence

    The TFT and Competitive Intelligence–Many companies use competitive intelligence (CI) to analyze opportunities before launching products or services. This is especially true for businesses entering a new market or starting a new venture. I can think of two examples, a supplier of traditional automotive parts venturing into the EV sector. Or, a local Food and…

  • South Korea’s Judicial Legal System

    South Korea’s Judicial Legal System has developed as a combination of Anglo-American and Continental laws.  It’s worth noting that while the United States and the United Kingdom have a Common Law legal system, South Korea’s legal system is based on Civil Law and Civil Codes, similar to many Western European countries like Germany. Misunderstanding can…

  • Miri Miri: The Better Approach

    Miri Miri: The Better Approach By Don Southerton, May 14, 2023 In my last article, I suggested that balli balli (fast fast) can also perpetuate a culture of waiting until the last minute. Moving fast, too, can often be a concern–conflicting with careful, meticulous study and planning before implementation.  However, in other cases, a well-taken argument in favor of balli…

  • Balli Balli: Reader Feedback

    Balli Balli: Reader Feedback and Comments I received some great feedback in my last Korean business culture update on balli balli. I especially appreciate the comments from those with long careers in Korea and globally. I paraphrase three comments below… Missed my last post? Here is a link https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/balli-de-facto-korean-core-value-more-than-meets-eye-don-southerton/ Comments Point 1Pushing for progress too…

  • Balli balli: a De Facto Korean Core Value and More Than Meets the Eye

    By Don Southerton, May 6, 2023 Many of us are familiar with the Korean term balli balli. It translates as hurry-hurry. Actually, balli means hurry, but the word is always used in tandem, adding to the need to move fast.  I first recall hearing the word in a 1970s martial arts class; my Korean instructor commanded that we…

  • Government Energy Incentives—Funding and Tax Rebates Unwrapped

    As you know, I have deeply explored the Energy, Mobility, and Electrification government-related programs in the past weeks. I cover the details—subtle and apparent. U.S. Government Energy Incentives—Funding and Tax Rebates Unwrapped By Don Southerton May 4, 2023 In the past weeks, I have done a deep dive into Energy related incentive programs. Many are…