Transcript Differences between Westerners and Asians

Differences between
Westerners and Asians
A Non-definitive Discussion
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:
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Blue --> Westerners
Red --> Asians
(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
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.