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Michael A. Lesniak
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English Teachers Lack Job "enthusiasm," and, "long-term intention of service."
Started this discussion. Last reply by Pilar Perez-McKay. 20 Replies 0 Likes
A recent study found that while 80 percent of public schools are implementing English classes co-taught by foreign teachers, more than 40% quit before 1 year. The minister of education says they need…Continue
Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea
Started this discussion. Last reply by Philipp Grunwald. 45 Replies 1 Like
When I first came to Korea, people were astonished that I had never eaten pork. More astonished to learn that I rarely ate any kind of red meat either. At the time, I wasn't closely married to the…Continue
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Philipp Grunwald replied to Michael A. Lesniak's discussion Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea"Wow, what a great discussion !! Wonder why I didn't find it earlier and didn't get it recommended.Maybe no one knows...*whisper* I'm a Veggie!! :D Almost vegan, but that is over now in Korea anyways.
One question to the author…"
Steven S. Bammel replied to Michael A. Lesniak's discussion Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea"Here's an article in today's Jungang Ilbo about a group of Korean vegan doctors - http://joongang.joinsmsn.com/article/278/5394278.html?ctg=1200"
Wally Nes replied to Michael A. Lesniak's discussion Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea"Might as well post a few of the veggie options around where I live for those interested in these things.
HBC:Jacoby's BurgersCasablanca (Sandwhiches, 1 veggy, 1 omellet)Indigo: Feta sandwhichPita time: Falafel (meh…"
Wally Nes replied to Michael A. Lesniak's discussion Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea"There's a fair few Loving Huts throughout Seoul (and some in Busan if I recall correctly). The temple food around Anguk, mentioned in the article, is really good.
And if you do want that burger. Jacoby's in HBC. The veggy burger is…"
Wally Nes replied to Michael A. Lesniak's discussion Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea"Vegan bakesale fundraiser for Japan
Itaewon, Roofers, Saturday April 30th
https://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/event.php?eid=164038993652700"
William Sisson replied to Michael A. Lesniak's discussion Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea"Here is a great article about; Meat-free living in Korea: expat tips in todays Korea Herald.
Getting savvy with Korean cooking early on helps vegetarians adapt to KoreaWith a homely interior, featuring upside down teacups strung as lamp shades,…"
"looks amazing!
thanks, Pilar!"
Pilar Perez-McKay replied to Michael A. Lesniak's discussion Vegetarian / Vegan in Korea"
I have been introduced to an amazing vegetarian restaurant in Gangnam, it's called Chaegundaam.
Absolutely exquisite dishes and beautiful decor. Very friendly and helpful staff that even managed to accommodate my husband's allergy…"
Michael A. Lesniak replied to Christopher Hales's discussion Conversation Techniques in the group Korean Language Learners"I agree with Ondrej 100%.
If at first you don't understand, and it seems important, it's best to ask they repeat it. Then try to say back to them what you think they mean, ending with some variation of what Ondrej has suggested. Works…"
Michael A. Lesniak replied to Christopher Hales's discussion Vocabulary Review in the group Korean Language Learners"I used to do this extremely diligently, and it was an incredible help. A key to this suggestion is that the person is reviewing the words every day, and not necessarily rigorously... just a quick review before sleeping is enough! Hmm... you know,…"
Michael A. Lesniak replied to Steven S. Bammel's discussion The Last American Gold Miner in Korea"This is really incredible! I had no idea!~"
Michael A. Lesniak replied to Hanna Park's discussion Cyworld"That's really true.. in addition, and specifically regarding the internet, Korean sites have been able to run lot's of information for years because of the incredible broadband infrastructure here. So, people have become accustomed to…"
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- How long have you been involved with Korea and/or Korean business? / 한국 또는 외국에 관련된 비즈니스에 몇 년 동안 종사하였습니까?
- 6-10 years
- What is the nature of your involvement with Korea and/or Korean business? / 주로 어떤 직종의 비즈니스에 종사하였습니까?
- I have lived in Korea for several years, working primarily in educational business ventures, connecting Korean educational ventures to American partners, traveling with executives, translating documents, correspondence, etc.
I have worked as an educational consultant for several years as well. Connecting boarding schools to Korean clients, and visa versa.
I also evaluate English language training programs, collecting data from students and juxtaposing that against research to provide summary to clients explicating their programs strengths and weaknesses.
- What is at least one benefit you hope to get from joining the Korea Business Central community? / 어떠한 목적을 갖고 Korea Business Central에 회원가입을 하였습니까? 또한, Korea Business Central 에 바라는 점
- I hope to network with other Koreanists, expand my client base, and learn new ways to do business in Korea.
- How did you find out about Korea Business Central? / 어떠한 경로로 Korea Business Central를 가입하게 되었습니까?
- Steven Bammel
- If you'd others to learn about you from LinkedIn, please list the URL for you LinkedIn public profile. / 다른사람들이 LinkedIn, LinkNow를 통하여 귀하을 찾을수 있길 원한다면, LinkedIn 또는 LinkNow 주소를 귀하의 회원정보에 등록해 주세요.
- http://kr.linkedin.com/in/malesniak
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- At 3:51pm on November 2, 2010, Steven S. Bammel said…
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