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Made [with] China: Words and actions must match

 

HOME — The sign behind the track today at the Shanghai Formula 1 race said “Made WITH China”. (You can see it in this BBC report at about 3:42 and 3:53, but it was clear all day.)

Along with the logos for Santander, Lenovo’s ThinkPad, DHL, Shell, Allianz and others, the message coming out of China’s [...]

In 2010 I want to work in China and India

ON THE SOFA — Change management and communications are needed in China and India. World-class change and comms.

I know there are many capable people in both countries.  I know that they already manage big change.  I know that there are language and cultural issues that are distinct to both countries.

But I am still sure that [...]

My travels with Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson banner in Kuala Lumpur two days after his death is announced

A MALAYSIA TAXI — I have been on three continents in three countries in the past 48 hours.  And one thing has remained consistent:  Michael Jackson.  He’s everywhere you turn your ears and eyes.

My cabbie’s Malay radio station flashes “Michael Jackson Tribute” [...]