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There are 55 tutorials & articles from Boye De Mente.

• THE AMAZING YIN / YANG PRINCIPLE IN CHINESE CULTURE

  Cultural guru Boye Lafayette De Mente says it is impossible to understand and deal with the Chinese without a thorough understanding of the yin/yang principle...which goes far...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Other

  Topics: Chinese culture yin yang principle Chinese philosophy

• THE VITAL ROLE OF CHINA'S LANGUAGES & WRITING SYSTEM

  Author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains why the Chinese system of writing is one of the primary secrets of the extraordinary diligence and skills of the Chinese in all areas of...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Business

  Topics: Chinese language Chinese characters Chinese culture

• DEALING WITH JAPAN'S BUILT-IN CULTURAL OBSESSION WITH QUALITY

  Japanese consumers are among the most discriminating in the world--something that shocked Americans especially from the 1960s on. Japanologist / author Boye Lafayette De Mente...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Business

  Topics: Japanese culture Japanese consumers Japanese proucts

• MONOZUKURI: One of the Secrets of Japan's Economic Prowess

  Many Westerners still do not understand how tiny resource poor Japan became the world's second largest economy in less than 30 years following its defeat in World War II....More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Business

  Topics: Japanese culture Japanese history Japanese philosophy

• HOW THE JAPANESE TAP INTO COSMIC INTELLIGENCE!

  Japanologist/author Boye Lafayette De Mente says the jizai [jee-zie] approach of the Japanese to business and other endeavors is a primary factor in their economic prowess. He...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Business

  Topics: Japanese culture Japanese customs Japanese business

• KAWAII [Kah-wah-eee]: The Cute Factor in Japanese Culture

  The cute factor plays an extraordinary role in the mindset and behavior of the Japanese, from advertising and product design to their buying habits. Japanologist/author Boye...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Business

  Topics: Japanese culture advertising in Japan marketing in Japan

• THE MAKING OF THE JAPANESE: The Role of Kata in Japanese Life

  Japanologist/author Boye Lafayette De Mente says that the Japanese are the easiest people on earth to understand if you are aware of the kata [kah-tah] factor in their culture...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Social Media

  Topics: Japanese culture Japanese martial arts kendo karate

• HANGUK: A Semi-Sacred Element in Korean Culture! Respecting the Spirit of Koreans!

  The Korean people are unique in many ways. Cultural guru / author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains the extraordinary importance of being aware of one of the things that makes...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Spirituality

  Topics: Korean culture Korean history Korean morality

• VIRTUE Vs. THE LAW IN CHINA: Why, How Law Takes a Backseat in China!

  The Chinese view of laws is different from that of Americans and Western Europeans. Cultural guru Boye Lafayette De Mente explains the reasons for this difference, and how to...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Legal

  Topics: Chinese culture Chinese ethics Chinese morality

• THE JAPANESE SECRET OF MASTERING ANYTHING!

  Japan's samurai culture programmed the Japanese to seek perfection in all of their efforts [for the samurai it was a matter of life or death]. Japanologist / author Boye...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Self Improvement

  Topics: Japanese culture samurai Japanese customs Japan morality

• BEWARE OF THE BARGAINING SKILL OF KOREANS! - In Korea You Bargain or You Lose!

  Cultural guru /auithor Boye Lafayette De Mente explains when and how to get tough and stay the course when dealing with Korean businesspeople, diplomats and bureaucrats.More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Business

  Topics: Korean culture Korean etiquette Korean ethics

• MEXICAN TRUTH Vs. REAL TRUTH: Why There are a Variety of “Truths” in Mexico!

  Cultural guru / author Boye Lafayette De Mente delves into the cultural elements that define and explain the Mexican view and use of the truth--something people dealing with...More >>

  On Sep 18, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Mexican culture Mexican etiquette Mexican customs

• ANSHIM: How to Stay on Good Terms with Koreans!

  Cultural guru/author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains why it is critical to stay on good terms with Korean business partners and government bureaucrats.More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Korean culture Korean etiquette Korean customs

• The Extraordinary Importance of Connections in China

  Cultural guru/author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains why business and personal connections are far more important in China than most other countries. More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Chinese culture Chinese etiquette Chinese ethics

• The Role of Wine, Women and Song in Korea!

  In Korea [even more so than in Japan] attractive women have traditionally played a key role in all business and professional relationships. Author Boye Lafayette De Mente...More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Korean culture Korean etiquette Korean ethics

• In Japan You Gotta Have Wa!

  Japanologist/author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains the nature and role of wa [wah], or Japanese style harmony, in life in Japan, espcially its role in business and all...More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Japanese culture Japanese etiquette Japanese ethics

• Getting Along & Getting Things Done in Korea!

  Cultural guru/author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains why "face" is so important to Koreans, and how it impacts on all relationships, especially business, political and diplomatic.More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Korean culture Korean etiquette Korean ethics

• The “Indulgent Love” Factor in Japan’s Business Culture

  Japanologist/author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains what he calls the "indulgent love" factor in Japanese relationships, particularly in business where its use often throws...More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Japanese culture Japanese etiquette Japanese customs

• Japan Still Suffering from Communications and Cultural “Black Holes!”

  Japanologist/author Boye Lafayette DeMente explains why the Japanese suffer from linquistic and cultural "black holes" and how this impacts on their business, political and...More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Japanese culture Japanese etiquette Japanese language

• The Imperative of Fixing and Maintaining Responsibility in Mexico!

  Cultural guru/author Boye Lafayette De Mente explains why there was [and still is] virtually no personal responsibilty in Mexican culture, and how it impacts on business and...More >>

  On Sep 17, 2009 | Relationships

  Topics: Mexican culture Mexican etiquette Mexican ethics

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