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always been taught that hard work is necessary to realize your ambitions. I believe that lazy
people cannot accomplish anything. On top of this, it is probably very useful to be creative: I can
think of many jobs that require imagination. Teachers, businessmen, managers, writers and
advertisers all need to be imaginative in order to succeed. I also think that people should be patient
and persistent because success cannot be achieved overnight. As you say in English, Rome was
not built in a day.
2. Which personality traits might be most valuable to society in the future?
I think that confidence as well as good communication skills will be required in the future. Our
society needs leaders who can take responsibility, people to manage projects and tell others what
to do. I believe that good interpersonal skills are very useful and appreciated by everyone. In
addition, considerate and generous people will definitely make a difference in society.
3. What personality traits are considered to be typical of your culture?
Usually, everyone agrees that the Chinese are introverted (=shy) and quiet. We have a reputation
of being able to restrain our feelings. My foreign teacher told me he was trying to learn from his
Chinese students how to control his emotions. In general, Chinese men don't talk about their
problems much. In addition, I would say that we Chinese are hardworking, polite and respectful, a
little conservative, and definitely nationalistic. I think a lot of foreigners believe that we are not
very creative, but I think it's probably because of the education we receive. Things are changing
though.
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