One of the first things you will notice about your Korean co-workers is how quickly and frantically they do everything. You may even hear the word “balliballi” come up again and again. This custom in Korea means to do everything as quickly as you can or as soon as humanly possible, from the smallest task to an on-going group project. Koreans also work late. You won’t see your co-workers punching out at the end of the work day. In Korea, the end of the work day is usually when you try to catch up on things or in some cases they have to wait for the boss to leave first before they can call it a day. Co-workers are usually referred to by their titles or status labels. Learning these will be easier and faster for you than trying to remember everyone’s name.
Workplace Etiquette
Korea is a culture that is very concerned with right and wrong, proper etiquette and strict manners. If you are not sure how to respond to a situation, then you should always try to be as polite as possible. If you can learn some polite or honorific Korean, that would also help. It is good etiquette in Korea to not speak too much about yourself in a proud or boastful way because it comes off as being arrogant. You should also not interrupt seniors or disagree with what they say. This is seen as an impolite or rude attitude. Always be courteous, cooperative and gladly help out with anything asked of you. Bowing to seniors or co-workers is also good manners. Greeting with simple Korean, such as “anyanghaseo” will be a good start.
Business Practices & Workplace Etiquette
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