Harman aiming for perfect harmony

Q&A

1. How do you spend your weekend amid your busy schedule?

Sometimes I go to a movie or go to Broadway. I've just watched the show Aida. Fortunately I live in New York City where there are a lot of theaters and performances.

2. What are your hobbies?

Honestly, work is my hobby. But apart from work, I will always see if I can read something which is interesting, be it economics or distractive ideas people are coming up with.

3. What is your business philosophy?

Empowerment, accountability and tough goals.

4. What is the book you are reading now? (What is your favorite book?)

The Attacker's Advantage by Ram Charan .

5. What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Generally I always feel happy because I am an optimist.

6. What is your greatest fear?

Not being fast enough.

7. What is the quality do you most admire in people?

Integrity.

8. What do you value the most in your friends?

Trust.

9. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

Good friends and good children.

10. What is your most treasured possession?

Family and friends.

11. What kind of "green" lifestyle do you have?

Driving a BMW i8, which is an electric car.

12. Which places in China impressed you most?

Xi'an.

13. What's the best way to break the ice with a Chinese businessman you've met for the first time?

Respect history, respect their own culture, and listen.

14. What kind of experience has shaped your thoughts the most?

The opportunity to live in many countries and to learn different cultures.