The journey of being a parent overseas is becoming a common occurrence for more and more people; I being one of them. It is already a complex and dynamic experience, what with multiple cultures and languages. And when you throw COVID-19 on top of it all, it becomes pure insanity! The schools in Shenzhen closed on Monday due to a …
Ferris Wheel Family Day at Oh Bay
2022 has just come and we’re working harder than ever before, but we always remember to squeeze in some fun while working. The family, David Ho, and several friends went to the Oh Bay park in Bao An, Shenzhen last Saturday. This Ferris wheel is high-end! You barely feel like it is a Ferris wheel as you are fully enclosed …
Take New Year Resistance + Turn To Positive Energy
Last week I am hoping was the “final stretch” in adjusting and re-grouping post: Typhoon, some vaca time from our much deserving team member, and some sick leave from core team. Gotta stay motivated and keep pushing.
Focusing on Team Growth in 2022
More of the same into 2022 – growth in HR and team.
Christmas in Shenzhen, China, 2021
Moving past 2021 and into the new year means passing through Christmas! Here in China you never really get the Christmas feel, but with kids it is unavoidable – ha! The school and kids pep them up and I felt a bit guilty this year not getting a big Christmas tree for our apartment. Eventually though, the kids finally accepted …
Leadership Traits
People don’t follow people who are not confident. Don’t WAVER with your decisions. Be fair and respectful to retain the respect of others. If you cannot control yourself, how can you influence others? Plan your work and work your plan! Don’t move by guesswork, else your ship will end up on the rocks. Go above and beyond all the time. …
NowShenzhen Re-Launch: Making It Happen
As we come to a wrap on the year 2021, one big project we’ve been working on is taking over the site NowShenzhen (formally known as Shenzhen Party) that started this past summer. After tons of rebuilding, reworking, and analysis, the new site (we call it version 1.5) is live and we decided that what better way to get people …
Nice Reunion with Melissa, Who Helped Me Come to China
As we approach 2022, it feels as if the years just keep flying by. I’ve been back in Shenzhen now for a few months and I’ve realized that old friends are also returning. One example is Melissa. She was in South Africa with her husband and daughter (her husband’s job relocated him there), but in the last year or so, …
Preparing Disaster Recovery Processes + Rainy Day Funds
We survived, 2021, another insane year with chaos and change. But with chaos comes opportunity and we are working as best we can to adjust and change for the new normal Still post-typhoon nightmare – but much better than last week. Working towards disaster recovery process, backups for all roles, and a rainy day fund.
Gathering Team Members Post Super Typhoon Rai
2 more weeks in 2021, super typhoon aftermath, biz dev, and deals!
Team Support for Year End
Lets work with team members to make the best of the rest of the year, especially on types of work we are weak at.
Year End 2021 Preparing (Make the Most of it)
Year end reviews for 17 people on our amazing team at Shadstone, and appreciation for our clients and partners as well.
Year End Personal Branding Evaluation
Redefining and expanding personal brand into 2022.
Turkey Day Approaching, Year End Upon Us
2021 is coming close to a wrap, turkey day coming – so what is the plan.
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