Global Touch

“If you have to work and do something significant in a country, it's much easier if somehow you're connected to the country and you like the country and you respect the people and are curious about the culture. It makes a big difference because people in the country working around you may notice whether or not you are connected to the country and that you are happy to be there, that you're curious, that you're learning, that you're listening.

“Well, they will forgive you for a lot of things. If not, you will always be facing scrutiny from people who consider that maybe you don't get it, maybe you have preconceived ideas. Maybe you're not listening.”

(Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and Renault, in “World: Interview - Carlos Ghosn, President and CEO of Nissan Motor Co Ltd and Renault S.A.” Thai News Service: May 26, 2008)