As Chinese New Years Approaches – Danger Lingers

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 28 2010 | Comments (4)
As the lunar calendar draws to a close, so many more unfortunate Chinese people are desparate to return to their hometowns. They did not earn enough money the previous year, or save enough, to make it home to see their family and loved ones….. So, some push...

Google Will Stay in China, no matter what

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 27 2010 | Comments (0)
I feel that Google has lost its attempt to “change the Chinese government” and is still trying to remain in China. Wow, they really scared me a couple weeks ago – but even if they pull out of China, now they say only pull out selectively –...

Haaaa What People Steal from Hotels

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 26 2010 | Comments (0)
I was emailed an interesting article from a fellow blogger – Top Things People Steal From Hotels The list he outlines below is hilarious: 1. Towels. Do you really need more towels at home or do you just want to have something that says the name of the place...

Passion and emotions in the workplace – good or bad

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 24 2010 | Comments (2)
Is it good to be passionate and emotional in the workplace? Many may say passion is ok, but emotion may be an issue. But how to separate them? Looking at one’s own personal pro and con – I am sure my passion and emotion gets the best of me. I have...

Reflection – how did I end up here?

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 19 2010 | Comments (14)
Reading some linkedin.com discussions, and one that caught my eye was “how did you get into your industry where you are today?” I answered it in the thread, but also want to expand on it more here. Since I can remember, I always wanted to have my own...

Maybe I just need a vacation – am I a good businessman?

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 17 2010 | Comments (3)
I always try to take criticism positively….even if someone tells me in a negative condescending matter. I think it helps a person grow and you have to keep your ears open even when you may not want to hear it. I have to add an image from the movie “Fallen...

Internet war brewing?? USA vs China?

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 16 2010 | Comments (0)
Am I going to be caught in the middle of an internet war? In a way, i feel a bit strange, as i’m an american in china with google seeming to fight with the chinese government. and its seeming to become more policital then anything…..usa internet companies...

Seems Like Google is Really Leaving China – hello Thailand

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 15 2010 | Comments (0)
seems like I have to do it now…..i’m sure that the chinese government will retaliate and start blocking google services. already they have blocked youtube, blogger, and some others for over a year….but imagine google gmail, google english search. too...

If Google left China, would I follow?

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 13 2010 | Comments (6)
man….its all over the news these days…..Google is looking to exit the market in China…. its just gone that far in China….they are blocking my friend’s Chinese blogs here, they have blocked twitter, facebook and others…. it seems...

Time to Shine in 2010

Posted by Michael Michelini | Jan 08 2010 | Comments (0)
Its been since christmas since blogging….no i haven’t forgotten about you guys….its more because ive been working day and night – and that is pretty boring to blog about. But i am getting more confident, more focused. I am sure 2010 will...

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