aiyaryarr:

In my view, you are misleading our local friend when you, whom I guess to be a native speaker, state that ""to revise", which carry the connotation of "to re-write"". At which academic institution has your professors assumed revising meant rewriting? Also, let's note that revising may be pointers on what is erred that the writer himself can then fix.

Also, although I don't believe Spring catches it, your use of more extensive vocabulary and degrading prose is what I truly do not appreciate of English speakers. Asserting dominance in discussions through mastery of one's own language is disappointing. It is clear that Spring has basic grasp of English, yet you capitalize on your position and clearly choose to use a deprecating tone. And the follow up post of a more conciliatory stance is only a move to pretentious humility.

I've seen this a few times not only on web boards but in important joint meetings. The "I'm superior in some way to you" mindset of either party always has negative implications and hinders progress to the actual goal. Take this thread: if readers interpreted it correctly, Spring would have found and paid for a native speaker to revise his essay. Done. Instead it has become what it has become.

However, everyone has his or her bad days. It is just the more mature thing to be positive and helpful rather than arrogant and scornful.

I believe the gist here is that customers should articulate their complaints over the pricing and quality of products offered in Kunming. But in the big scheme of things, it may be healthy to take a look at what is going on at the macro level. Yunnan is a third tier province. People like yourselves are driving its development through a want of higher standards. However, it should be noted that these pressures will also affect factors such as pricing and mentality. The novelty of Kunming as a quaint town (with its flaws that are continually being chastised) will change with more opinions voiced, and we are already seeing that the majority are voicing their opinions — truly for the individuals betterment or not is the interesting outcome to watch for. Quality may increase but at what cost? Service may improve but for what customer segment? It really is interesting to chart Kunming's development.

Just trying to take a step back a little here. I've met a few people who have wanted to start businesses, and all this business advice is great.

But, much more fundamentally I'd recommend you to find the reason why you want to start a business. Are you really interested? Sure? Then sleep on it and see if you're still interested. Then sleep on it some more and check again. Then do your research and planning. On the other hand, if you see a market opening explore it more. Never get trapped in a certain mind set. The market is volatile, but minds like to think singularly — this leads to a dangerous path of many challenges and failure.

Btw laotou, your use of hyphens is quite interesting. Quite abstract to read.

I majored in mechanical engineering but now working with an investments firm (operations), hence the reason why I'm frequenting Kunming more these days. It's been a good experience so far, I've been able to meet with a few local sme's which has been interesting. Also had some time to chat up some foreigners and listen to their views on Kunming's development.

Try this recipe out guys, Alton Brown's Burger of the Gods :

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Ingredients

8 ounces chuck, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

8 ounces sirloin, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

In separate batches, pulse the chuck and the sirloin in a food processor 10 times. Combine the chuck, sirloin, and kosher salt in a large bowl. Form the meat into 5-ounce patties.

Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Place the hamburger patties in the pan. For medium-rare burgers, cook the patties for 4 minutes on each side. For medium burgers, cook the patties for 5 minutes on each side. Flip the burgers only once during cooking.