Wow! Today has been my favorite day. I feel like everyone is comfortable with each other and we have built close friendships. We did a business presentation at Saigon Tech and the students and staff were wonderful. The students took us to their favorite coffee place and we are all going to dinner later. It's amazing to see how excited they are about us and Missouri State. We … [Read more...] about Saigon Tech
The above title describes today. We went to the market and it was astonishing. I utilized my bargaining skills and basic forms of nonverbal communication. I wandered away from the group on accident, so use found my beat back to the hotel on my own. It was nerve racking, but definitely an experience. I've stakes many photographs to give to the marketing department to use of the … [Read more...] about Culture Shock
Wow! The dinner cruise was amazing. The culture was highlighted and the food was delicious. I think I can speak for everyone when I say this trip is amazing. The only thing I'm having to get accustomed to is the lack of air conditioning. I can't wait to visit the consulate and local markets tomorrow. Goodnight from Vietnam! … [Read more...] about Dinner cruise
Today was an eventful day! We went to the Anh Khoa Co business in the manufacturing district in Ho Chi Minh. We talked to the local business owners about the business processes and distribution systems. I was amazed to see the advanced marketing communication methods used. They gave us free shirts and were very hospitable. We then laid by the pool and enjoyed the nice weather. … [Read more...] about Business trip
Today has been an eventful day! We had a wonderful, traditional Vietnamese lunch and got a hot stone massage. The plane ride over here was not the best, but I'm not used to International travel. I'm trying my hardest to stay awake since we lost a day coming over here. I'm excited for our business trip tomorrow to a local textile factory. This trip is definitely a once in a … [Read more...] about Day 1