Westerners Vs Asian Cultures

Great analysis and understanding between Asian culture and Western Logic.

Key: Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians

The below is the contrast between a western and versus asian cultures, are they true? Enjoy reading.

(1) Opinion




Westerners: Talk to the point
Asians: Talk around the circle, especially if opinions are different


(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.

(3) Punctuality




Westerners: on time.
Asians: in time.

(4) Contacts




Westerners: Contact to related person only.
Asians: Contact everyone everywhere, business very successful.

(5) Anger




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

(6) Queue when Waiting




Westerners: Queuing in an orderly manner.
Asians: Queuing?! What's that?

(7) Sundays on the Road





Westerners: Enjoy weekend relaxing peacefully.
Asians: Enjoy weekend in crowded places, like going to the mall.

(8) Party




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

(9) In the restaurant




Westerners: Talk softly and gently in the restaurant.
Asians: Talk and laugh loudly like they own the restaurant.

(10) Travelling






Westerners: Love sightseeing and enjoy the scenery.
Asians: Taking picture is the most important; scenery is just for the background.

(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..

(12) Three meals a day




Westerners: Good meal for once a day is sufficed.
Asians: At least 3 good meals a day.

(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

(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.

(15) Moods and Weather





Westerners: The logic is: rain is pain.
Asians: More rain, more prosperity

(16) The Boss



Westerners: The boss is part of the team.
Asians: The boss is a fierce god.

(17) What's Trendy




Westerners: Eat healthy Asian cuisine.
Asians: Eat expensive Western cuisine.

(18) The Child

Great analysis and understanding between Asian culture and Western Logic.



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.

Merry Christmas to everyone!

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Landmarks advances on CIMB report
The following news out is real impact on the said coy n now I felt like eyeing on it and let see how the market goes, but should be careful as today is Friday or pples book for profit for the weekend.


Written by Joseph Chin
Friday, 10 December 2010 10:11
KUALA LUMPUR: Shares of Landmarks Bhd climbed in morning trade on Friday, Dec 10 after CIMB Research said the property company was trading at a hefty discount of more than 70% to its estimated RNAV of RM4.81.

At 10.06am, Landmarks was up 14 sen to RM1.51 with 13.60 million shares done.

The FBM KLCI fell 1.37 points to 1,519.92. Turnover was 323.81 million shares valued at RM429.18 million shares. Losers led gainers 233 to 208 while 229 stocks were unchanged.

CIMB Research said Landmarks was trading at a hefty discount of more than 70% to its estimated RNAV of RM4.81. Investors are currently valuing the Bintan landbank at only slightly more than S$3.00 (RM7.20) psf.

“At 50% discount to its RNAV, the stock would be worth RM2.41. Landmarks has been a laggard this year, trading sideways since September 2009. YTD, the stock has eked out a mere 5% gain compared to 18.8% for the KLCI.

“We expect the stock to catch up soon. Furthermore, Landmarks’ current share price is way below Genting’s entry cost, which we estimate to be RM1.70-RM2 a share,” it said.