Feature Article Archives

Blast From the Past: Kim Sisters Rock the States

Sandra Lee

Imagine a Korean sister act capturing the heart of American pop culture by singing "You Ain't Nothing But a Hound Dog". It may sound far-fetched today, but that's exactly what America was seeing on the Ed Sullivan show in 1959

The Ambivalent American

Rihoko Ueno

One Asian American writer speaks on the internal and external tensions of becoming a U.S. citizen—an experience that may ring too true for all naturalized citizens

2008 Asian Diversity Career Expo!

AsianLife.com

Come to the largest Asian American career event in the U.S. to be held for the seventh straight year Madison Square Garden—New York City—May 2, 2008

Today in Media

Mark C. Kim

Jerry Yang Averts Checkmate (for now) and the Extinguishing of the Olympic Spirit

Overseas Etiquette

Ann Marie Sabath

Becoming knowledgeable in every country's "silent language" of etiquette is essential for developing good business relationships overseas. One of the first things you need to do is mind your meeting manners, advises Ann Marie Sabath

Keeping Diversity Alive in a Downturn: Part 2

T.J. DeGroat

Recruitment and retention are fundamental diversity issues. If a company fosters a supportive, diverse work environment, it will inevitably attract top talent

When Times Get Tough, How Do CEOs Justify Sparing Diversity Programs?

T.J. DeGroat

Corporate diversity departments have taken center stage during the past 15 years, but as relatively new kids on the block, what happens to these diversity programs during an economic downturn?

Should I Earn More for Being Bilingual?

Erisa Ojimba, Certified Compensation Consultant

Although employees typically don't get paid a premium for knowing two or more languages, you could be eligible for more pay if you are asked to serve as an interpreter or translator in your job

JCPenny Asian Excellence Award Nominees Announced!

USAsian Wire

Dancing with the Stars’ Carrie Ann Inaba and MADtv’s Bobby Lee announce the nominees for JCPenny’s Asian Excellence Award!

Know Your 2008 Presidential Candidates!

Ann Lee

ADI does its civic duty by keeping you better informed about your 2008 presidential candidates

An Asian American's Guide to Surviving the Recession

Issac Kim

What is an Asian American to do during the impending recession? Here are some helpful tips to keep you afloat

Super Wednesday Pt. II

Karen Tsuda

Now it's the women's turn! Who will be chosen the most powerful Asian woman in America? The readers will decide--that means YOU (to view the results of the poll, you will have to vote)

Who Will Be the Most Powerful Asian Woman in America?

Alice Sumi Chung

Last issue, we took a look at who would become the most powerful Asian man in America. This week, we call upon our readers to cast their nominations for the most powerful Asian woman in America

Who Will Be the Most Powerful Asian Man in America?

Marc Chung

Come one, come all to voice who you think is most deserving of such an honor!

The Power of Networking

Brian Shi

The importance of building a strong network is essential to succeeding in business. How to do it may be simpler than you think.

David Louie--An Industry and Community Leader

Diana Lee and S. Hsu

Despite the pressures of being the active, hands-on president of the largest Asian-owned insurance agency in New York, David Louie devotes countless hours to helping the Chinatown community.

Rapper Jin Gives Rosie His View

Dean

After Rose O’Donnell’s misfire on “The View,” Asian American rapper Jin is firing back with his own commentary.

Got Kimchi?

Asian Diversity Magazine

From its strong aromas to its bold flavoring to its speculated ability to fight off numerous illnesses, Kimchi has become a symbolic fixture of sorts in Korean cuisine. If one is curious (or hungry) enough to learn more about Kimchi and other Korean foods, join Asia Society as it presents "Kimchi, Kimbap & Kalbi: Korean Cuisine Captures America's Palate," the fifth in its ongoing Asian food series on Jan. 17.

Family Holiday Traditions and Living Abroad

Betsy Burlingame

Spending the holidays abroad can be a recipe for homesickness, but it doesn't have to be. In a recent survey on ExpatExchange.com, expatriates shared how they learned to love the holidays while living overseas. Mixing traditions, celebrating with new friends and maybe even getting a little help from DHL were just a few of their suggestions.

SMG Launches Chinese-Language Version of Project Leadership Live

Emma Rosen

A leading U.S. business simulation company meets the rising demand in a rapidly growing Chinese economy. "With its 1.2 billion population and the fastest growing major market in the world, corporations doing business in China have an immediate need for leadership training in the project management arena," said Rommin Adl, president and CEO of SMG, Inc.