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[–] 12 points 23 hours ago (8 children)

After moving to Taiwan from America, I noticed that asking about someone profession is an American thing. Not once has anyone asked me what I do for work after moving here. Except from Americans.

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  • [–] 5 points 17 hours ago (2 children)

    We ask that question, because flat out asking their net worth is impolite.

    We need to place them on the income scale, above or below us, so we know how to treat them. This is exactly what is happening, but no one will admit it.

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  • [–] 4 points 22 hours ago (2 children)

    It’s just small talk. Work is a huge part of most Americans identity so it’s natural to look for similarities in other people’s work

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