To some degree, Americans may make fun of management buzzwords because they’re already so good at management. It’s an advantage that’s hidden to them. Like a fish not noticing water.
The differences are clearer when you move back from the US to Asia.
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This may sound bizarre to you, because so much in a big company may seem wasteful and pointless. But I’m fairly certain, from anecdotal evidence, that however bad it is in the US, it’s worse here.
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A friend (with experience in China) has been arguing for a few years now that 996 culture exists because Chinese companies are so shit at managing and planning properly.
I’m starting to come around to this view.
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That doesn’t imply that Chinese companies aren’t successful. There isn’t a simple relationship between success and managerial ability. (You could be propped up by the state, for instance).
But as an employee, it’s sometimes better to work for a Western company for this reason.
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