Voici quelques mois, le patron d'une PME exportatrice de produits cosmétiques me fait part de son inquiétude concernant le marché suédois.Le chiffre d'affaires réalisé avec son distributeur est en chute libre depuis deux ans. Il me demande conseil : doit-il dénoncer le contrat de ce distributeur ?S'agit-il d'un désinvestissement de ce partenaire ou d'un malentendu interculturel ?Je demande à rencontrer l'équipe export de...more
The cast iron teapot is also known as the tetsubin in Japanese. It is a traditional Japanese teapot. The material used to make the teapot is cast iron, which is not an original discovery of the Japanese. The Chinese were first to use this valuable material, and introduced it later in the 1600s to the Japanese. This was during the popularity of sencha, which is a formal tea ceremony that uses real loose tea leaves. Because of the...more
The orchid family is the second largest plant family known to science - the largest being that ofthe grasses. Orchids are found growing on every continent, with the exception of Antarctica. Theyare found growing at all elevations from sea level to several thousand metres and at all latitudes from the equator to well within the Arctic circle.What is an orchid? It is any flower which consists of three petals and threesepals. Sepals protect a flower bud before the petals emerge. In orchids the sepals are usually the same colour as the petals. The third petal is modified in that it is usually highly coloured or intricately patterned in order to attract the plant's natural pollinator to the reproductive portion of the bloom.There are basically two types of orchid, terrestrial (those living in soil) and epiphytic (those living attached to a host, be it a tree, rock or cliff face). Australia boasts a wonderful array of terrestrial orchids. Visitors flock to Western Australia to see hectares of these magnificent, oddly interesting blooms. Unfortunately these plants will not transplant. Their specific requirements with regard to soil type and specific symbiotic soil fungi...more
Art and culture of Isfahan Ancient Isfahan was part of the Elamite Empire. Under the name of Aspandana, it became one of the principal towns of the Median dynasty. Subsequently the province became part of the Achaemenid Empire. After the liberation of Iran from Macedonian occupation by the Arsacids, it became part of Parthian Empire....more
Organisational culture is an outcome of developments over many years, but its seeds are sown as soon as an organisation comes into existence. Understanding and appreciating organisational culture is important, as it moulds our expectations and influences our working style. We at Careertunity.com have definitely seen this to be the...more
The impossible becomes mundane, and taboo topics become commonplace. That was my initial reaction to the Japanese culture of anime. Most of their stories bordered from the impossible to the ridiculous, unlike anything I have ever watched. I mean, come on, I have never seen eyes so exaggerated, reactions too theatrical, and characters too complex I had to wonder if they were schizophrenic or possibly high on something. Their plots were unbelievable too. From a guy transforming into a buxom girl when doused with cold water to an alien group of frogs out to conquer the planet while looking like a Sanrio stuff toy. Laws of gravity are disregarded, as characters are able to fall from great heights in slow motion.I remember the first Japanese anime with English subtitles I ever watched. It was given to me by a friend who just returned from his vacation in Tokyo. It was about a samurai vagabond who carried problems the size of a ten-wheeler truck on his shoulders. Then, I didn't know how, but I was soon watching Naruto, an anime about a hyperactive young ninja's journey to power and adulthood, who screamed too often for his tonsils to still be functioning if he existed in real life. Yes,...more
Engaged employees are excited and enthusiastic about their jobs. They resist distractions, tend to forget about time and routinely produce significantly more than the job requires. They enjoy searching for ways to improve circumstances and volunteer...more
Author: Jean KokusCheese CultureA word about cheese culturesCheese cultures are comprised of a variety of bacteria specimens and are essential to the making of all types of cheese products. Along with the cheese culture, the length of the ripening...more
Author: aurelie Amsterdam est une ville extrêmement populaire parmi les voyageurs au budget serré. L’atmosphère cosmopolite de la ville, ainsi que sa réputation de ville créative, pousse chaque année des hordes de touristes à visiter la...more
When many people think of Benidorm, they immediately think of the successful ITV program that has satirised the traditional view of this Spanish resort. The popularity of the television programme has actually increased the tourism levels within the...more
Author: Anushka RoyThe vibrant Rajasthan is famous for its colorful fairs, shining sand dunes and formidable monuments. The kaleidoscopic state blends tradition with modernity in a remarkable way. A large number of tourists visit Rajasthan every day....more