Thoughts on Korean Business
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Business expert and consultant Don Southerton shares his views on Korean global business and popular culture. Explore snippy dissections of recent events, market trends, and speculation along with some personal ramblings from the author.
Thoughts on Korean Business
1w ago
Don Southerton here...
In this YouTube episode, we look at our Team-level Korean Business Culture program.
Building Korean business cross-cultural understanding is essential for long-term team success.
Cultural differences can create misunderstandings and stress that impact productivity and smooth business operations. Cross-cultural education is recognized as the chief solution to workplace challenges.
We have a long history of training executives and teams in a wide range of Korea-focused mentoring, coaching, and strategy services.
We offer a six-week Korea 101 Korean Business Culture ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
1M ago
We’re rebooting our Korea 101 YouTube channel.
In this episode, I’ll share ten insights into Korean working teams’ DNA, norms, and mindset. The list was compiled by a Korean colleague who asked me to share it in my workshops and give others a better understanding of Korean work culture.
If you have a question or want more information … call, text, or email… and I’ll get back to you.
Dsoutherton@bridgingculture.com
310–866–3777
Questions? Just email dsoutherton@bridgingculture.com 24-7 ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
4M ago
Image: CES
Korean brands....It’s not too early to be thinking about CES 2025. We offer elite services to support companies and brands for the world’s top trade show.
Most top brands are now working through their January 7-10, 2025 Consumer Electronics Show plans.
We offer theme development that shares your vision, strong pre-show and in-show PR and media outreach capabilities, plus media event content and hosting.
This year 5000-plus global media and content creators packed the show’s media centers and extensively covered the show leading to some 25,000 media mentions and m ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
4M ago
Hot topic…This week, I share two of my Korea-facing business perspectives—decision-making and approvals. Are you developing a high-priority project or business proposal? I can provide perspective to ensure success. Let’s talk.
Decision-making and Approvals: Korean Business Culture Insights
This week, I am sharing two of my Korea-facing business perspectives—decision-making and approvals.
In most Korean companies leadership decides on direction and major issues. In turn, the working and local team’s role is to gather and prepare needed informatio ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
5M ago
It is no small effort to stay current on key issues with the many moving parts within a Korean Group and with Korea in general.
Knowing there are gaps in communications, I do my best to keep teams and leadership updated. I’d like to share some thoughts ….
From time to time, there are concerns in the overseas workplace over communications.
This can range from a perception of disconnect and being the last to know as global announcements are made or finding out important news second-hand.
This information gap can include working teams but is also felt by local leadership.
Team members may ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
5M ago
I am delighted to share my latest work, which explores global business trends and is featured as a Special Edition in the Incheon Free Economic Zone (IFEZ) Journal.
Along with my Special Edition article, I provided both the translation of the Journal into English and the editorial review.
It was an honor to be asked to share my insights, cultural understanding, and experience with Korea’s leading Free Economic Zone and the City of Incheon.
I’ve been asked how I support businesses… the short answer is I bring solutions to Korean global business, and global firms working with Korea.
I ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
6M ago
Two of Our Most Popular Books… Korea 101 and Hyundai Way: Hyundai Speed, The Third Edition
Korea 101: The Book https://a.co/d/4k0nNaQ
For over 20+ years, I have presented Korea 101 programs to more than 10,000 participants across the globe. Korea 101: The Book shares insights and experiences with my 'boots on the ground' in the classroom, boardroom, and, more recently, remotely."
Hyundai Way https://a.co/d/dHJdwYy
Building on the past, this revised edition, too, looks at the transition to Smart Mobility and the corresponding workplace overhaul to become an agile global player.
Have a Kore ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
6M ago
Register today for the June Session of Korea 101: The Intensive
Space is limited.
Register at https://buy.stripe.com/7sI03M8q17vJgLubIJ
$495.00 Credit cards accepted.
or go to https://www.bridgingculture.com to register.
Questions?
Dsoutherton@bridgingculture.com or Text/ Call 310-866-3777
Weekly online classes will cover topics including...
1. Working with the Korean Business Culture
2. Develo ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
7M ago
Branding in Asia Image by Porapak Apichodilo
https://www.brandinginasia.com/best-international-market-entry-practices-for-brands-in-2024/
Expanding internationally offers numerous benefits such as access to new markets, customers, workforce, and improved reputation.
I am a strong advocate of global business, as it presents great opportunities. I am also deeply passionate about seeing brands succeed in over ..read more
Thoughts on Korean Business
7M ago
I’m reposting my recent article in Branding in Asia.
Currently, FDIs in many markets are experiencing a global decline in funding. So, what are the best approaches markets should take for FDI 2024?
Foreign direct investment has become a cornerstone for governments and corporations looking to stimulate and sustain business growth. Foreign direct investment plays an important role on a macroeconomic and microeconomic level. We define foreign direct investment (FDI) as investment made by a company in one country into another country’s business or assets. FDI is a crucial aspect of in ..read more