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Differences between Westerners and Asians

Differences between Westerners and Asians. A Non-definitive Discussion. Generalizations.

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Differences between Westerners and Asians

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  1. Differences between Westerners and Asians A Non-definitive Discussion

  2. Generalizations • The information presented is based on generalizations. Certainly there are some exceptions. These two positions really represent the two ends of a continuum. They can be used as a base from which too make comparisons among cultures. • Key:     Blue--> Westerners • Red--> Asians

  3. (1) Opinion Westerners: Talk to the point Asians: Talk around the circle, especially if opinions are different

  4. (2) Way of Life Westerners: individualism, think of himself or herself. Asians: enjoy gathering with family and friends, solving their problems, and know each other's business.

  5. (3) Punctuality Westerners: on time. Asians: in time.

  6. (4) Contacts Westerners: Contact to related person only. Asians: Contact everyone everywhere, business very successful.

  7. (5) Anger Westerners: Show that I am angry. Asians: I am angry, but still smiling... (Beware!)

  8. (6) Queue when Waiting Westerners: Queuing in an orderly manner. Asians: Queuing?! What's that?

  9. (7) Sundays on the Road Westerners: Enjoy weekend relaxing peacefully. Asians: Enjoy weekend in crowded places, like going to the mall.

  10. (8) Party Westerners: Only gather with their own group. Asians: All focus on the one activity that is hosted by the CEO.

  11. (9) In the restaurant Westerners: Talk softly and gently in the restaurant. Asians: Talk and laugh loudly like they own the restaurant.

  12. (10) Travelling Westerners: Love sightseeing and enjoy the scenery. Asians: Taking picture is the most important; scenery is just for the background.

  13. (11) Handling of Problems Westerners: Take any steps to solve the problems. Asians: Try to avoid conflicts, and if can, don't leave any trail.

  14. (12) Three meals a day Westerners: Good meal for once a day is sufficed. Asians: At least 3 good meals a day.

  15. (13) Transportation Westerners: Before drove cars, now cycling for environmental protection. Asians: Before no money and rode a bike, now got money and drive a car

  16. (14) Elderly in day-to-day life Westerners: When old, there is snoopy for companionship. Asians: When old, guarantee will not be lonely, as long as willing to babysit grandkids.

  17. (15) Moods and Weather Westerners: The logic is: rain is pain. Asians: More rain, more prosperity

  18. (16) The Boss Westerners: The boss is part of the team. Asians: The boss is a fierce god.

  19. (17) What's Trendy Westerners: Eat healthy Asian cuisine. Asians: Eat expensive Western cuisine.

  20. (18) The Child Westerners: The kid is going to be independent and make his/her own living. Asians: Slog whole life for the kids, the centre of your life.

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