2 chapters across the catalog
Dvorak shares a story from a former Acer CEO about a pocket computer that was nearly named the "Hand Job" due to a translation misunderstanding in Taiwan. He also recounts a conflict between the CEO and the founder's wife over travel expenses and product pricing.
Chinese Corporate Culture, Manufacturing, and Trust Issues
A listener in the architectural business in China provides a report on the country's money-hungry corporate culture and lack of safety standards. The discussion covers "dickhead moves" in business, the necessity of on-the-ground inspection for Chinese manufacturing, and cultural differences in trust. An anecdote is shared about a Malaysian-Chinese publisher bragging about expensive wine before switching it for a cheaper bottle.
