The Great Challenge of Mentorship and Its Reward

SEP 20 The Great Challenge of Mentorship and Its Reward The Great Challenge of Mentorship and Its RewardThe concept of mentoring is certainly not new. In fact, it has been a common practice through many ages – we even get the name “Mentor” from Greek mythology. It is interesting to think with its rich history, […]

The Common Traits of Global Business Leaders​

JAN 03 The Common Traits of Global Business Leaders​ We know the different management styles that exist in both the United States and Asia. The individualistic outlook in the US to a more hierarchical society in Asia. But what are common traits that leaders exhibit, no matter where they come from? At naisA Global, our […]

A Time For Leaders

JAN 17 A Time For Leaders You’ve heard the generalizations about business in Asia: the economic growth is rapid; countries vary significantly across the continent; it’s the new global market giant. But the challenges faced by many companies in Asia are strikingly similar to those in the West and other parts of the world. Heads […]

Communication in a Diverse Workplace

FEB 28 Communication in a Diverse Workplace As communication technologies continue to rapidly improve, and the world becomes a smaller, more connected place, business leaders need to adjust their practices in order to get the best out of their personnel. These employees may come from nations all around the world, and it is important for […]

Asian wave: The rise of Asian global brands

FEB 28 Asian wave: The rise of Asian global brands Recently, U.S. economists and businesses have been paying attention to the so-called “Korean Wave.” This charge led by Korean electronics company Samsung highlights a worldwide shift in markets that may be crucial to the global economy. According to the latest Brand Finance Global 500, Samsung […]

Potential Leaders: Talent, Experience, and an Emotional Intelligence​

MAR 14 Potential Leaders: Talent, Experience, and an Emotional Intelligence​ Young professionals with the right talent and experience are more likely to deliver results and that’s why the best companies are always looking for the highest-caliber employees with the potential to become future leaders. Talent is key: no amount of experience will turn an average […]

How Visible Are You in the Workplace?

APR 18 How Visible Are You in the Workplace? How Visible Are You in the Workplace?I attended an NAAAP (National Association of Asian American Professionals) ‘webinar’ entitled: “Idea Storytelling: #1 Most Powerful Way to Get Promoted”, and it brought up a lot of topics that, I think, are very relevant for young Asian professionals. I’ll […]

Leadership advice from great Asian leaders​

APR 04 Leadership advice from great Asian leaders​ Landing a job fresh out of college hasn’t been so easy over the last seven years, it’s true, but something not often talked about is the difficulty of imposing yourself in a new role when you do finally manage to get hired. As a young professional your […]

Become the Ultimate Negotiator and Rise to the Top

MAY 09 Become the Ultimate Negotiator and Rise to the Top Landing a job fresh out of college hasn’t been so easy over the last seven years, it’s true, but something not often talked about is the difficulty of imposing yourself in a new role when you do finally manage to get hired. As a […]

Gaining Credibility as a Young Professional

JUN 13 Gaining Credibility as a Young Professional Landing a job fresh out of college hasn’t been so easy over the last seven years, it’s true, but something not often talked about is the difficulty of imposing yourself in a new role when you do finally manage to get hired. As a young professional your […]