Family Reunion On The Information Highway
People Asia
March 2001
But according to the two girls, they don't really mind having to work and talk about work all the time. It's because they have such a strict work ethic. "I think what we see from our parents is their dedication to their work and how much they value hard work," Christine says. "It's hard not to emulate them. When parents are working so hard, how can the kids be sitting around doing nothing?" (A mind-boggler for Christine but definitely a question easily answered by many more lethargic children.)
They've given us the values that they want to impart and they've given us the mindset. In our family the mindset is being more business-minded, being pro-active in business and taking the lead in business. It's a personal choice to be in Yapster. It's a personal choice to make it successful," Abi proclaims.
By merging old Chinese traditions and modern business innovations, the Yap family seems to have a clear path towards success. The rest of you out on the Internet road, look out! And be careful not to be asked to one of their big family dinners. You wouldn't want to get in the way of progress now, would you?
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