While not much has changed over the past couple of weeks since my initial post, there is one point that I would like to go back to emphasize. That is that in my workplace, there is absolutely no talking or discussion. At the beginning of my internship, I thought that there was a little bit of discussion, but as time continued, I quickly realized that speaking should be kept to a minimum. I quickly learned that this type of environment may not be 100% for me, but for the time being, I have enjoyed it.
While there are many differences in culture, I would say that the basis of business is very similar to the United States. People are working on their jobs to the best of their ability, by whatever means necessary. People here truly do care about what they do, and they want to be the best at it. It has become apparent how competitive my company?s industry is (freight aviation), especially here in Singapore. Over the next 20 years, this industry is expected to grow by about 80% which means that companies like mine must remain vigilant and aware of industry changes. With that being said, we as a company must do everything in our power to stay on top, remain competitive, and keep the trust and loyalty of our customers. There is so much that I have learned since being here, such as work ethic and workplace inclusivity. I love how diverse every single workplace is and the harmony that comes along with it. Each person respects the other and cares for everyone?s beliefs, even if they do not believe in those specific beliefs. This is something that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I will be forever grateful for the experiences that I have had here because it has allowed me to become more aware of the world, other people, and the industry.
