Culture is fascinating! Did you know that as quickly as things are changing in our global workplace, basic elements like a culture’s history and geography still play a major role in business interaction?. South Korea, a tiny peninsula off the southeast coast of China, has held its own through hundreds of years of invasion and foreign occupation. The Korean people have emerged as a resourceful, persistent, determined people. Their pride in their culture is matched only by their ability to adapt and survive. Although there are many things they share with their Asian neighbors, they stand out as having a more independent, straightforward style than is usually expected from people of other Asian countries. Masters at negotiating, Koreans use everything including a feeling or a gut-reaction called kibun to assist them with problem solving and decisions in business. Even their communication style is more expressive and intense than the Japanese or the Chinese. Proud and talented people, the South Koreans continue to increase their position in the global economy. What are some of the things U.S. Americans should know about building relationships and observing protocol with this fascinating culture? Global LT’s Cultural Training Programs - History and Geography: Korea