The Sawon (사원) is the Korean term used to describe graduate employees and often represents the lowest rank in the hierarchy chain at large Korean companies. Having been a "Sawon" at a Korean corporation I plan to document some of my experiences and opinions in the hope that it will stimulate interesting discussions on Korean business culture and provide information and advice to other foreigners in Korea who are looking for a Job.
My articles can also be found on the Wall Street Journal Korea Real time blog (http://blogs.wsj.com/korearealtime/) and Korean articles at Huffingtonpost Korea (http://www.huffingtonpost.kr/michael-kocken/)
Hi Michael I just wanted to get your advice on travelling to Korea for the first time. Is it difficult to get around if you know very basic korean? I don't want to miss out on an opportunity to travel to Korea because of this. I would like to just get your honest opinion and advice for someone like me who will be travelling and staying for one year. Regards Vanessa
ReplyDeleteNot at all Vanessa, even without basic Korean you can still travel with relative ease!
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ReplyDeleteHi Michael, I just want to ask you something. If there is anyone who want to learn Korean language around you, could you let me know that guy? Because, I'm korean and I want to learn more "live" English. So, I want a guy who can mail to teach each other regularly. Plz comment below :)
ReplyDeleteI am an indian and want to work as an actress in korean tv dramas it is possible? ??
ReplyDeleteReally enjoying your blog! Please keep up the good work! :)
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