[An Australian Look into Korean Culture] Slippers at work in Korea

Michael Kocken

Michael Kocken Source: SBS Korean Program

Michael Kocken takes a look at lesser known aspects of Korean culture and discusses some of the interesting cultural differences with Australians.


Michael Kocken speaking Korean fluently has been working in the Trade and Investment sectors between Australia and Korea since 2011. Michael who worked 4 years in Seoul has continued his career in the business sectors connecting both countries after he returned to his homeland Australia in 2013.

Michael having a great deal of personal experience and interesting in the Korean corporate culture shares his view and thoughts on it.

In the first episode, Michael talks about his encounter with Socks and Sandals in the Korean corporate world.

Korean conglomerates are known for its formalities and strict rule-based culture, so how does wearing sandals in the workplace fit in?

[The full interview is available on the podcast above]


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