You definitely gave an excellent perspective on it, simplifying it for easy understanding. Thank you so much for trying to help the world understand important aspects of the US and Korea work culture. Many workers coming to these two countries are constantly asking those exact questions. You definitely truly helped a lot of workers to prepare themselves mentally for the new enviornment they're entering. And even workers already here, you certainly helped some to understand better what's going on and why, in their workspace and this culture. It's very fascinating, you really put a positive light on many aspects that otherwise were mysterious and misunderstood. Thank you so much! Fantastic job! And truly, you're just scratching the tip of the iceberg, there's an infinite amount of glorious rewards and fun for those who take the leap and come to Korea or America to work, you really get out of it what you put into it, truly. I've never heard any bad experiences that didn't also come with a lot more good experiences. Ultimately for almost everybody they'll get more great things out of it and only a tiny amount of things they'll consider negative. I see only smiles here in Korea and America, rarely a complaint. That's life, it's a rose garden, lots of thorns but the roses far outweigh the thorns. Keep the videos coming, this one goes up there with my favorities!

@livetravelasia

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Yes it’s not good or bad but preference and sometimes people misunderstand the context and write it off with biases before experiencing the positives. Some people also just see things overly positive so I am so glad this video has been helpful in showing both aspects

Great Topic and Beautiful Backgrounds - love it! I def. do want to visit Korea sometime. My #1 customer in my last job was an entrepreneur in S. Korea and he was very smart, very humble, and a real hard worker - he put in some serious Vaynerchuk hours sometimes... the kind of guy that just makes things work... I still interact with him to this day. He and his company spend 1 day a month doing volunteer work. He told me it was difficult hiring people in Korea but he didn't specify exactly why. I kind of assumed most Koreans were smart and hard-working so I thought it may be easier to hire quality people in Korea than the US - but, I don't really know. I do think Koreans are impressive, in general. He did say in a recent email, "Koreans are super picky - like you wouldn't believe, when purchasing certain things." He did live in the US for a few years and go to college here so I think he is probably a bit of a hybrid Korean - he has the great work ethic and is super competitive but also has the patience to deal with my rambling emails. He hasn't yelled at me yet, lol! But, it was great hearing from you about how things actually work over there. 👍

@livetravelasia

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Yeah each year Koreans get lazier. Our grandparents generation worked like their life depended on it cause it did so to them every younger generation is lazier and they have too high of an expectation. But relative to their us counterparts maybe they’re more productive… but old school American is probably more hard working then newer Korean so why I think it’s a moving scale. All the old business workers complain about hiring in Korea cause every Korean wants the top 1 percent job and everything else is crap. Why there is a misconception that Koreans are super hard working cause not all of them are but still the culture rewards you for working hard. I can say the main reason I get most of the jobs and new opportunities here is because the younger generation doesn’t work hard enough compared to even my American ass 😂

I was about to try to start a "niche" business in Seoul but when I went to the Seoul start-up website it was no longer there and there's a new one that looks sort of sketchy. I hear what you're saying about the work environment. It's like that in France too. No one wants to work or make decisions - they just want the pay check. I would only work for a company I researched well but I don't suppose that is much good when dealing with egos and personalities. I don't think I would be good at my age as an employee anyway - I'm too salty to put up with anyone's nastiness. So I guess that's why I want to start a consulting business and steer my own ship. Good info to have - thanks for the video!

@livetravelasia

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Haha I can totally relate. I don’t like people micro managing me when I can feel I can do a better job. Wish you the best on your journey!!

Quality content man

@livetravelasia

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Thank you so much!

By the sound of it, Korea work culture is all about taking the initiative to understand where the company wants go and just figuring out how to get there. In Australia, business culture is somewhat in between US and Korea where productivity and efficiency is more important than the process but I think we are heading to American style work culture more quickly now where we are now putting more emphasis on the process. Big business are hiring more consultants to document work processes which I think is waste of effort because it will lead to people not taking responsibly. We are still in that sweet spot though, because employees who can take the initiative to making work efficiently and getting results are hugely rewarded. Hope we can stay this way for a long time.

@livetravelasia

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Yes in business management 101 we learn this as macro vs micro management styles. America is continuing to red tape everything due to cultural issues that offend everyone and blow up if not managed so they have to continue to micromanage not only the process but peoples behavior. The pro of micro management style is less mistakes but we all learn that macro management style although will lead to possible mistakes is much more motivational as you are allowed to take initiative and feel in control. Korea is also moving more towards micromanaged work culture with scrutiny on workplace culture. People would rather just regulate everything then accept the possibility of a minority of people ruining company image as it’s becoming more important then the actual product they sell. Also creating repeatable processes will benefit companies in the long run with AI able to automate more and more jobs in the future which will cut costs. Interesting times we live in honestly. Luckily I am doing something I love everyday and I get to at least for now take initiate and do what I want most of the time :)

Can you make a video about condo/house lease options available now in 2022? Is Joense, Kalse, Wolse still available? What do you recommend for newcomers who haven't been in Korea for 30+ years but were born there in Seoul? Thanks.

@livetravelasia

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It’s all available but can’t compare to 30 years ago cause I’ve never been here then. Just know Jeonsae is relatively more expensive and prices for real estate have gone up quite a lot

The quality of your video is remarkable, nice color grade. How expensive is your camera? Glad to see you happy and relaxed far away from USA. So you gonna buy in South Korea? Is it open now? No covid test? I have remote contracts, getting ready to leave.

@livetravelasia

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Hi there. I have the a7iv. 10 bit 422 log files are amazing to color grade. It’s about 3000 dollars. Korea is open. I think maybe you need to show you’re vaccinated still. I am still not ready to buy in Korea but there’s a system here where you can put down a large deposit and live for free

@NomadBlack

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@@livetravelasia thanks for your response. I will look into that camera, had an a6500 but it got stolen.

@livetravelasia

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Sorry to hear that… 6500 is nice. I have a 6400 as a second camera but eventually sold it because full frame is the way to go w Sony. Might as well go all the way and invest into that system

Ethan, i once was one of those english teachers in korea and you are spot on, so many english teachers had this entitlement haha, but After working in corporate america, i love the camaraderie of korean work where you eat and drink like a family. In america, they fake that and no one likes each other

@livetravelasia

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Glad you can relate. Having been an English teacher myself in Thailand I can relate to all those that complain here but the hweshiks are awesome. Idk why some people complain about it. It’s the best way to learn Korean culture fast! Haha

Been watching your videos, and gave Korea a visit....when I look at the wages, and cost of living, what is truly toxic is America's work culture. 1. The wage to rent ratio is much more favorable in Korea...I was shocked to learn that even in Seoul...or even within an easy subway commute into Seoul...rents for 1 bedroom flats can be as low as 300s to 600s (600 would get you something amazing in Suwon) 2. 2-3 hour commutes each way less likely in Seoul due to amazing public transit 3. Don't have to worry about health insurance in this country as they have universal coverage US work culture is truly toxic 1. Employees working multiple jobs with no benefits 2. 2-3 hour commutes from cheaper suburbs from working class into expensive cities that only wealthy or homeless populate 3. 2,000 RENT for 1 bedroom apartments 4. Cities with tens of thousands of homelessness, and rising crime rates The more I look at what the US accuses other places work cultures of, the more I think my country should look internally on what we come. I'll take a loyal company that may overwork me, but has lower turnover rates, with universal health care, and with safety...over what is going on in the US...

@livetravelasia

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You’ve seen the light. They blame other counties of toxic work culture to make you think it’s much better then it is where you are. There are definite pros to living in America tho such as education cost for kids etc but for a single dude like me, it’s really hard to imagine a better situation in the states. I have friends making 200k a year and their quality of life sucks and they tell me they’d rather be here but just trying to work enough to get to retirement which is a continually moving target due to inflation

@mikeb2939

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@@livetravelasia I make 250K a year and feel like a bum here in LA. My friends who bought a home at the peak of 2021-2022 are shitting their pants now that they see a coming ''dip'' (glad I avoided that scam). $50 to eat out for two people. Train rides cost $30 to downtown LA if you live in the Inland Empire...when in Korea every subway ride is 1.25...I couldn't believe it... Funny how everyone here claims freedom because you have a gun and a car to drive everywhere...but too bad a gun doesn't help you with rent or mortgage and a car is a constant liability. Your channel deserves way more views!

@livetravelasia

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Man I am honestly comparing my life in the states 2013 when I left but in 2022 it’s more of an obvious choice based on what I hear. I almost can’t even believe half the things you’re saying..

@mikeb2939

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@@livetravelasia I went to this food truck event in DTLA, and passed by multiple homeless tents, to buy 3 tracos for $12, and a $3 diet coke. LA is slowly evolving into what Blade Runner and Robocop predicted.

@youarehere0

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😂 😂 😂 I need to gtfo progressive ass states my man. I'm in SE Asia now myself and I'm loving my life, but America is not as bad as your described. It's just the shit hole liberal states that are like that FOR THE MOST PART. Anyway. Have a nice day 😊

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I know Ethan loves to work 💸💵🪙

@livetravelasia

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Yes whatever I am passionate about