I had a gathering with my long-forgotten friends yesterday night, which turned out to be very revealing for anyone who wants to understand the life of a typical Hong Konger.We had planned to have a dinner for 11 persons at 7:00 p.m. A pair of couple called and confirmed that they could not show up as the husband could not return to Hong Kong as he had started a software company in Guangzhou, China. Two were gone on the outset.
It was a hot-pot dinner. I got there at eight, when five persons had arrived and the remaining three were on their way. We ordered some dishes and started cooking. In the meantime, we were waiting for the other three. The clock turned nine, when everyone had arrived. It was an enjoyable dinner, although not everyone showed up.
A couple years back, when most of us were single, we would go for karaoke or for a drink and stayed until 3 to 4 am. The time has changed; many of them are now married. One of them is having a baby.
Surely, the gathering style has obviously changed. Just in a few years, I feel I've grown "too old".
After the dinner, a friend asked me if I could refer a job to her. She works Monday to Friday from 8am to 10pm. She is tired from the demanding work from the her employer, a financial institute. I did not offer much advice because it's difficult to recommend her anything; I just kept listening.
Side note:
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Every Hong Konger seems to be looking forward to the Lunar Chinese New Year (in February), when most Hong Kong companies give out a bonus. Employees will go around and pick their next opportunities.
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As I said before, the night scene of Hong Kong is acclaimed to be the best around the world. My salute to those diligent Hong Kongers who sweat and uphold that reputation.
For folks who would like to find the next opportunity in the job market, you may try out "NewChinaCareer" service which I recently found. You may submit your CV there. Good luck!
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