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  • The Art of Inclusion & Diversity

    I am browsing on my phone right now. I have just seen photos of my gay friend having his honeymoon trip with his partner in Japan. I have also discovered on LinkedIn that my friend from a minority group has been promoted at her company.…

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  • A.I. vs K.I.

    A.I. vs K.I.

    Last week, I saw the “A.I. vs K.I.” campaign from Kraft Heinz brand Lunchables Dunkables. (“K.I.” stands for “Kid’s Imaginations.”) AI and a group of kids were given the same prompt and asked to create some artwork. Let’s see what happened. Clearly, kids were far…

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  • How To Irritate My AI

    I was irritating my AI! I just read the Digital Marketing Trends Newsletter from Professor Martin Waxman. This time, he discussed our manner when we chatted with AI. After reading the newsletter, I asked the following question to myself: Am I polite enough to my…

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  • The Joy of Chinese New Year

    First of all, Happy Chinese New Year! Gong Xi Fa Cai! (“Wishing you good wealth and fortune” in Mandarin Chinese.) Chinese New Year is the most important celebration in the Chinese society. People have a whole week off to celebrate. If you visit China during…

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  • Real or Fake?

    Real or Fake?

    Today, I came across a BODYARMOR Sports Drink ad on YouTube. The ad kicks off with a quirky use of Artificial Intelligence, making it entertaining due to its sheer absurdity. This is a sharp contrast to the latter part, which showcases the real effort and…

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  • Hong Kong in ChatGPT’s Eyes

    I have been living in Hong Kong for nearly 30 years, and I always miss Hong Kong very much ever since I left Hong Kong 10 years ago. In ChatGPT’s Eyes, how does Hong Kong look like? Last week I asked ChatGPT to create a…

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  • The Art of Parenthood

    The Art of Parenthood

    I just spent a few days with my family in Montreal earlier this month. It was a fabulous trip. We were all recharged. My four-year-old also had a good time exploring different parts of the city and making new friends. My New Year wish is…

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  • Five Predictions for Consumers in 2024

    Welcome to 2024! How was your Year 2023? No matter what happens, 2023 will be history very soon. Let’s wish for a happy 2024. I have five predictions for consumers in 2024. As usual, I welcome your feedback. Please share your thoughts. Prediction 1: Consumers…

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  • Start The New Year with a SMART Goal

    Finally, The Santa Claus is coming to town! While taking a break with his/ her loved ones, we should also note that 2023 is coming to an end. What have you achieved in the Year 2023? Have you managed to meet the goals you set…

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  • The Art of Open-mindedness

    The Art of Open-mindedness

    As some of the readers of this blog may notice, I am originally from Hong Kong. I have been spending many years in the city since I was born. The city was full of my fond memories as a child, as a teen, and as…

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