Yearly Archives: 2011

Kim Jong-un Leader of N Korean Army / Kim worship may be real

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Tom Coyner

It can be dangerous to underestimate the effectiveness of a multi-generational cult personality state religion. Continue reading →

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2011 was year of falling wages and rising prices

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Tom Coyner

Article sums up life in South Korea for the average Korean. Continue reading →

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Experience Marketing Taps Consumers’ Emotions

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Tom Coyner

Recent Korean mini case studies in both consumer and B2B industries. Continue reading →

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Korean Dog Meat – Former Pets

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Tom Coyner

Korea is a hell for abandoned dogs. Continue reading →

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A Leading Critic of South Korea’s President Is Jailed

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Tom Coyner

Court ruling could be a step up to a slippery slope’s edge of political repression, but balance is needed between slander and freedom of expression. Continue reading →

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Recollections Of Watching North Korea From Tokyo

Posted on December 25, 2011 by Tom Coyner

If Dear Leader’s funeral seems strange from a western perspective, consider the Japanese view. Continue reading →

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Military Generals Real Rulers, not Kim Jong Un

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Tom Coyner

Have N Korea’s “military first” politics advanced to a new level? Continue reading →

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Start reading “Doing Business in Korea: An Expanded Guide” on your Kindle

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Tom Coyner

Kindle Price: US$11.99 includes free international wireless delivery; $9.99 within US. Continue reading →

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Brainwashing an entire population

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Tom Coyner

N. Korea succeeded in brainwashing its population. The tears are real. Continue reading →

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