Monthly Archives: November 2009

Sorry, No Chinese (again)

Posted on November 27, 2009 by WoAi

One of our clients arranged a high level meeting with us and only our global CEO and head of Asia was invited. Like many multinational organisations operating in China, our global head is western, but our Asia head is actually … Continue reading →

Posted in Amusing, Arrrrggghhh! | 49 Comments

The Mysterious Noise From 802

Posted on November 25, 2009 by WoAi

I have frequent discussions with various people about what’s good about living in China and what I miss. Well, one thing I do miss is the peace and quiet of England compared to the constant noise pollution of a city … Continue reading →

Posted in Arrrrggghhh! | 17 Comments

You’re Hired

Posted on November 20, 2009 by WoAi

I’ve been interviewing for staff recently. It’s a very painful, time consuming exercise, but the consolation is knowing that ample blog material will be generated. Here’s a taste of some of them: Case 1: WoAi : Why did you leave … Continue reading →

Posted in Amusing, Business | 29 Comments

Bitch!

Posted on November 19, 2009 by WoAi

A few days ago I arrived at my office and realised that someone had been in my office. Several items were in the wrong place. After discussions with the building security, they reviewed literally hours of closed ciruit tv footage … Continue reading →

Posted in Arrrrggghhh! | 35 Comments

Podcast Episode 11

Posted on November 17, 2009 by WoAi

That’s right, bingo fans, we’re already on legs eleven but time is running out now that James has announced his retirement from the Gang Of 3. How many more can we squeeze in before he leaves and more importantly, does … Continue reading →

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WoAi Recommends …. Michael Jackson’s This Is It

Posted on November 16, 2009 by WoAi

This Is It is the new documentary movie which was made using video footage from the rehearsals for what was to be Michael Jackson’s comeback concert at the London O2 Arena last July. Michael of course passed away in June … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment | 17 Comments

Rest In Peace Uncle 6

Posted on November 15, 2009 by WoAi

Uncle 6 (back row, 2nd from left) and a young WoAi somewhere in the front row. Mum and dad are either side of grandma. Friday the 13th usually passes without anything bad happening, but last Friday, my 6th uncle (my … Continue reading →

Posted in Family | 16 Comments

Technical Update – Now With Email Notification

Posted on November 9, 2009 by WoAi

Here at WoAiZhongGuo we’re constantly striving to improve the service we offer our millions of loyal readers. So, just in case you haven’t noticed it, I’ve added a notification box at the bottom of the page so if you leave … Continue reading →

Posted in Geek Central, Technical Stuff | 31 Comments

Another Week, Another Caturday

Posted on November 7, 2009 by WoAi

If you look very closely you should be able to spot Tommy somewhere in this photograph despite his best attempts to hide inside a brown paper bag. Hilariously, because he can’t see me, he assumes I can’t see him, so … Continue reading →

Posted in Caturday | 20 Comments

Podcast Episode 10

Posted on November 5, 2009 by WoAi

Yes, we’re already at the 10th episode. This week we discuss scary Halloween, Dingle’s deformed foot, spitting, haircuts and of course the now obligatory toilet humour. Oh and of course, a terrifyingly spooky Halloween song for all to enjoy. And … Continue reading →

Posted in Podcast | 39 Comments