Working in Taiwan: An Exclusive Chat with Sunny Foehr-Huang
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- Опубликовано: 17 окт 2024
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Welcome to another episode of "Working With Us," hosted by Paul Arnesen!
Paul sits with Sunny Foehr-Huang for an intimate conversation that bridges continents and cultures. The conversation is about working with us from Taiwan.
About Sunny:
Born and raised in Taiwan, Sunny Foehr-Huang is a multifaceted professional who epitomizes the fusion of Eastern and Western work cultures. She holds an extensive portfolio that includes roles as a Global HR Solutions Consultant, Intercultural Trainer and Coach, Radio Presenter, and Newspaper Columnist. Under the banner of her guiding motto, "People Business is my Expertise," Sunny has carved out a unique niche. She specializes in crafting tailored HR solutions from a global perspective, running training programs to enhance cultural understanding, hosting radio programs focused on new trends in the international workplace, and contributing written pieces that enrich the discussion on global HR practices. Sunny is not just an HR consultant; she's a cultural ambassador committed to making international work environments diverse and inclusive.
Contact Information:
LinkedIn: Sunny Foehr-Huang: / sunny-foehr-huang-0864...
Facebook: Intercultural Solutions, East vs. West: / sunny.foehrhuang
Email: sunny@foehr.be
What you'll discover in the chat:
Blurring Lines Between Work and Life: Sunny delves into the Taiwanese concept of "guanxi," where personal and professional lives intertwine, laying a foundation of trust.
International Assignments vs Local Experiences: Paul and Sunny discuss the unique challenges and benefits of working abroad, emphasizing the importance of cultural understanding.
German vs Taiwanese Work Culture: Sunny shares insights into the clashes that can occur when international standards are imposed without understanding local customs.
Lighter Notes: Enjoy a brief chat about the iconic Taipei 101 landmark and the unique typhoon weather conditions they're experiencing.
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Chapters:
[00:00:13]: Introduction and Significance of Taipei
[00:01:17]: Unique Aspects and Purpose of Taipei
[00:05:51]: Work Culture and Historical Background of Taiwan
[00:09:22]: Hierarchy, Guanxi, and Changes in Business
[00:13:31]: Mianzi and Face Culture in Taiwan
[00:21:13]: Giving Feedback and Cultural Differences
[00:23:13]: Social Life and the Nature of Taiwanese People
[00:26:31]: Work-Life Balance and Social Activities in Taiwan
[00:30:05]: Work, Family Values, and Personal Life in Taiwan
[00:35:28]: Career Ambitions and Education in Taiwan
[00:41:26]: Comprehensive Discussion on Work-Life Balance
[00:49:12]: Productive Work Culture and Cross-Cultural Management
[00:52:16]: Understanding and Adapting to Taiwanese Culture
[00:56:09]: Strengths and Challenges in Working with Taiwanese People
[01:08:40]: Conclusion and Connecting with Sunny Foehr-Huang
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great sharing by Sunny
Great chat!
very interesting
Glad you think so!
For my experience, even though education levels in Taiwan have some rigorous subjects, such as Chinese, Math, Physics, History, Taiwan education is lack of logical or critical thinking. That is almost the most difference I experienced between in Taiwan and in the U.S. education. Therefore, the career in Taiwan doesn’t quite emphasize on the independent thinking. Some of my courses in undergraduate are related to science and technology even ask students to memorize the answer, rather than to create a new solution by your own studies.
Thanks for the input . That's good point if there's chance to go deeper .
This is interesting. Your observations point towards a difference in educational approaches between Taiwan and the U.S., with Taiwan seemingly focusing more on rote memorization while the U.S. encourages critical thinking. This could reflect on the work culture in Taiwan, possibly leading to less emphasis on independent problem-solving. It raises an intriguing question on whether evolving educational methods in Taiwan towards fostering analytical skills could impact its professional landscape positively in the future. Your experiences provide a valuable perspective in understanding these educational dynamics. Thank you for insights.
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