Q. The scenario: You work for the Aetna Medical Devices, Inc., a major US corporation. Aetna is considering you for a two-year assignment to South Korea. The purpose of your assignment is to work with local South Korean trades and with the existing Aetna office located in Seoul to develop trade opportunities. This assignment will start in approximately 3 months.
1. Illustrate what characteristics/abilities do you possess or need to develop to be successful in this culture?
2. Explain how are the above characteristics consistent and synergistic with the South Korean culture?