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This episode is a replay of an interview originally published on March 14, 2022.
Rochelle Kopp is the founder and managing principal of Japan Intercultural Consulting, an international training and consulting firm focused on Japanese business. Her area of expertise is Japanese culture and business practices, particularly Japanese communication style and organizational behavior and decision-making in Japanese firms. She’s also a prolific writer and actively posts much of her practical and insightful work on LinkedIn.
Just a few topics covered in today's conversation include:
-Servant leadership and why it could be a good fit in a Japanese business context.
-What is the rice paper ceiling, and what should non-Japanese people do when they encounter it?
-How HR traditionally functions in Japan, why, and how it should change.
-An example of how to effectively deepen work relationships with Japanese counterparts without meeting in-person.
Rochelle's links:
Japan Intercultural Consulting: https://japanintercultural.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JapanIntercult
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochellekopp/
Related Episodes:
Learning the Dance of Effective Cross-Cultural Communication in Japan with Kevin Crowell: https://anchor.fm/businesssuccessjapan/episodes/Learning-the-Dance-of-Effective-Cross-Cultural-Communication-in-Japan-with-Kevin-Crowell-e153r78
Building Lasting Relationships Amidst the Covid-19 Digital Transformation in Japan with Will Jasprizza: https://anchor.fm/businesssuccessjapan/episodes/Building-Lasting-Relationships-Amidst-the-Covid-19-Digital-Transformation-in-Japan-with-Will-Jasprizza-e12dldf
Evolving Trends in Japanese Subsidiary Companies and the Lasting Power of Monozukuri with Francis Pacheco: https://anchor.fm/businesssuccessjapan/episodes/Evolving-Trends-in-Japanese-Subsidiary-Companies-and-the-Lasting-Power-of-Monozukuri-with-Francis-Pacheco-e14ne9c
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BJ Fox is a Tokyo-based British comedian and business-owner. Having first arrived in Japan in a corporate role within the video games industry, he has now written and starred in Japan's first language sitcom, launched Amazon Music's first original podcast and founded Tokyo Comedy Bar, Japan's first stand-up club!
BJ's Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-fox-760b032/Tokyo Comedy Bar: https://www.tokyocomedybar.com/Urawaza Eigo: https://www.urawazaeigo.com/
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[This interview was originally published on January 10th, 2022.]
Menya Hinga is an American who immigrated to Japan over a decade ago. He now works as a health and performance coach to high-performers who are struggling to manage stress and weight gain, learn to eat better, move more and stress less in order to transform their health and performance. Some topics covered in this episode include the importance of focusing on providing value as a content creator, the power of small shifts in making big changes, why time management is the key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and why things will likely take longer than you expect when starting a business in Japan.
Menya's links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/menyahinga/
Website: www.menyahinga.com
Community: https://holisticfitness.mn.co/
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Daniel Nestle, Leader of Communications for LIXIL Americas, is an award-winning global communications and marketing leader with over 20 years of success in the B2B services, manufacturing, finance, and education sectors. His broad areas of expertise include digital communications (CommTech), integrated marketing communications, content marketing, social media strategy, and brand storytelling. Earlier in his career, Daniel spent 16 years living and working in Japan, first as an educator and later as a corporate marketing and communications professional. He speaks Japanese. Daniel obtained his MS in Internet Marketing from Full Sail University as well as a BA in International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania. An active content creator, in 2020 he launched his weekly podcast, The Dan Nestle Show.
Listen in to hear Dan’s thoughts on
-why networking and making connections is especially important early on
-how writing careers may change, and what you should do about it
-why adapting your approach in the workplace isn’t inauthentic
-why understanding culture is fundamental to building trust in the workplace
-the unique power of the “outsider-insider” in an organization
Subscribe to The Dan Nestle Show wherever you listen to podcasts or at https://dannestle.showConnect with Dan on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/nestleFollow Dan on X-formerly-known-as-Twitter at https://twitter.com/dsnestle
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[This interview was originally published on November 11th, 2021.]
UPDATE: Richard Katz is publishing a new book on entrepreneurship in Japan. If you're interested in pre-ordering, be sure to subscribe to his substack to get 30% off the hardcover version. It's one of the best ways to support writers, as it signals interest to publishes and encourages them to do larger prints and invest more in advertising: https://richardkatz.substack.com/p/30-off-for-my-book-on-japan-entrepreneurship
Today's guest Richard Katz has worked for decades as a journalist working on the Japanese economy, and he has written two books on Japan: "The System That Soured" and "Japanese Phoenix." He is now working on a third, about how to nurture a new generation of high-growth, innovative small and medium enterprises in Japan. He has published various op-eds and essays in publications such as "Foreign Affairs," The "Financial Times," Toyo Keizai, and the "Wall Street Journal Asia." A few of the topics covered in today's conversation include the dormant entrepreneurship in Japan, the broken promises made to working women, and why structural issues around finance in Japan may be one of its greatest hindrances to growth.
Richard's Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-katz-937308204/
Blog: https://richardkatz.substack.com/welcome
Entrepreneurial Revival In Japan: A False Spring or Real Opportunity? (UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Xo1LYV860g
Further Reading:
Why Nobody Invests in Japan: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/guest-pass/redeem/5gAlISIPRr8
Old corporate champions can’t save Japan: https://www.eastasiaforum.org/2021/05/30/old-corporate-champions-cant-save-japan/
Japan’s Looming Climate Showdown: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/guest-pass/redeem/rdp-a4Eil74
An Election Mandate For Growth and Redistribution: https://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/464660
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A brief update on the podcast publishing schedule in the coming months.
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Kasia Lynch is a trilingual American who spent 8 years in Japan, including high school, college, graduate school, and her professional career. She earned her Bachelor’s from Boston University and Master’s from Tokyo’s Ochanomizu University.
Kasia’s career utilizing Japanese language and cultural skills began in 2003 with concert promotion, and later moved to interpreting/translating, electronics, and the automotive industry. She was able to do this while living in Japan, Poland, Italy, and the US.
Since starting Ikigai Connections in 2018, Kasia has been featured in various Japan-related podcasts, websites, and webinars, including the US-Japan Bridging Foundation, the US JET alumni association, Laurasian Institution, and BFF Tokyo. Her goal is for NihongoJobs.com to become the go-to job board for all Japanese jobs in the US.
Topics covered today include:
-finding a Japan-focused job outside of Japan
-how to build a career as a successful 架け橋人材 (or “cultural-bridge employee”), and why it’s so valuable
-getting your desired role even when you don’t fit the job description
Kasia's Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasiaikigai/
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Nicki is a single mother and entrepreneur with one leg firmly planted in Amsterdam and one in Tokyo. Back in 2011 she moved with her then husband to Tokyo as a trailing wife. Unable to find a job and reach her objective to be at a native level in her Japanese ability two years in, she decided to start her own company called “Tokiotours”. 10 years later she’s had a child, is divorced and has her “home base” back in Amsterdam from where she runs her tour guide business together with a business partner located in Tokyo. What started out as a simple side business has grown into a flourishing business with 50 local guides working for her from various destinations. Not only does she offer private guided tours to tourists, but she also focuses on market explorations for the B2B market where she helps companies take their first steps on the Japanese market.
Topics covered in today's conversation include:
-how and why pregnant foreigners in Japan struggle to get their needs met
-how and why the famously high-quality customer service in Japan can be so inflexible
-differences in relationship-building and privacy in Japan
-how expatriation can impact a couple’s relationship
-how family and the “domestic sphere” is viewed differently in Japan
Nicki's Links:
-www.tokiotours.nl
-www.tokiotours.com
-www.facebook.com/tokiotourswww.facebook.com/verkenjapanhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/tokiotours/https://www.linkedin.com/company/verkenjapanhttps://Instagram.com/tokiotourshttps://Instagram.com/verkenjapanhttps://instagram.com/Nicki_Amsterdam
=https://twitter.com/tokiotours
-[email protected]
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Nicki is a single mother and entrepreneur with one leg firmly planted in Amsterdam and one in Tokyo. Back in 2011 she moved with her then husband to Tokyo as a trailing wife. Unable to find a job and reach her objective to be at a native level in her Japanese ability two years in, she decided to start her own company called “Tokiotours”. 10 years later she’s had a child, is divorced and has her “home base” back in Amsterdam from where she runs her tour guide business together with a business partner located in Tokyo. What started out as a simple side business has grown into a flourishing business with 50 local guides working for her from various destinations. Not only does she offer private guided tours to tourists, but she also focuses on market explorations for the B2B market where she helps companies take their first steps on the Japanese market.
Topics covered in today's conversation include:
-how not understanding Japanese culture will sabotage your business prospects
–Nicki’s experience moving from a trailing spouse to entrepreneur in Japan
-what it takes to be a successful tour guide
-why leaving ambiguity almost always results in a “no” from clients
-how to manage your expectations and make the most of your time in Japan
Nicki's Links:
-www.tokiotours.nl
-www.tokiotours.com
-www.facebook.com/tokiotours
www.facebook.com/verkenjapan
https://www.linkedin.com/company/tokiotours/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/verkenjapan
https://Instagram.com/tokiotours
https://Instagram.com/verkenjapan
https://instagram.com/Nicki_Amsterdam
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DC Palter is the author of the mystery novel To Kill a Unicorn about Japanese culture in Silicon Valley, and the Tuttle guidebook on Kansai-ben, Colloquial Kansai Japanese. He's also editor of Japonica, the journal of Japanese culture. He previously lived in Kobe as an engineer at Kobe Steel before founding two tech startups and returns to Japan frequently to visit sake breweries and eat nikuman.
Check out part 1 of our conversation here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/AUM3DHLZYzb
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-the many things that haven’t changed in Japan since the 80’s
-why the successes of the Japanese education system may be holding it back
-simple fixes that could allow for startups to succeed
-why there’s no substitute for in-person communication in Japan
DC Palter's Links:
To Kill a Unicorn: https://amzn.to/3sD2SGHLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dc-palter/Japonica: https://medium.com/japonica-publication
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DC Palter is the author of the mystery novel To Kill a Unicorn about Japanese culture in Silicon Valley, and the Tuttle guidebook on Kansai-ben, Colloquial Kansai Japanese. He's also editor of Japonica, the journal of Japanese culture. He previously lived in Kobe as an engineer at Kobe Steel before founding two tech startups and returns to Japan frequently to visit sake breweries and eat nikuman.
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-how communication still fails even when speaking the same language
-why Japanese is easier than Spanish (for Engineers, at least)
-how to effectively manage cross-cultural communication
-why there’s (still) no substitute for meeting with Japanese counterparts in-person
-what’s changed about life in Japan since the 80’s
DC Palter's Links:
To Kill a Unicorn: https://amzn.to/3sD2SGHLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dc-palter/Japonica: https://medium.com/japonica-publication
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Richard Berger was born and raised in the United States but has spent almost 35 years in Japan, first as a university student in the mid 1980s, and then for work since 1990.
He spent 20 years working at Canon’s global headquarters in Tokyo, where he was in charge of global PR, and later moved to Link Global Solution, an intercultural communication training company, where he was director of communications.
Richard now works on a freelance basis, doing translation, transcreation, writing, and video work, including animated educational movies. Be sure to keep listening to learn more about his experiences and insights into working in Japan and learning Japanese.
In today's episode, Richard shares some of what he’s learned about successfully navigating life in Japan:
-Engaging the culture with an open mind (and closed mouth) goes much further than you might expect.
-Forcing yourself to think in Japanese can break through dreaded language-learning plateaus.
-Networking in Japan will get you far, but only if you’re willing to take it slow.
Richard's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-berger/
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Parissa Haghirian is Professor of International Management at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan. She has lived and worked in Japan since 2004 and is an internationally renowned expert in international management practices with a focus on Japan. She has published numerous books, academic papers, and articles on the topic of Japanese management. In addition to academics and research, Professor Haghirian advises major multinational companies on intercultural understanding and cooperation, and she coaches top global managers for success when working across cultures by providing new perspectives and skills. Professor Haghirian is a regular keynote speaker at conferences and corporate events in Europe, Japan, and Asia.
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-evaluating the unique strengths of Japanese corporate culture and management styles
-the power of taking cultural breaks to cope with the stress of life abroad
-why living and working in a foreign culture is invaluable for your professional development
-why and how conflict is managed so differently in Japanese companies
-how embracing the role of a “one-woman circus” could get you further than fighting to project competence in Japan
Parissa's Links:
Website: www.haghirian.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parissa-haghirian-7399554/
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After a career in hospitality and advertising, Robert co-founded Custom Media, an award-winning, integrated digital marketing and strategic communications agency in Tokyo in 2008. He regularly advises global brands on their market entry and expansion strategies for Japan. He has a passion for high-quality creative work and delivering strategic marketing solutions with a results-driven approach.
Robert has an MBA from McGill University and a certificate in Digital Transformation Platform Strategies from MIT Sloan. He has launched several successful media and content platforms, the most recent being GoConnect (https://goconnect.jp/), an award-winning, digital marketplace platform that features interesting content, great offers and experiences for foreigners living or visiting Japan. He is one of four judges at the annual Japan Market Expansion Competition (https://jmec.gr.jp/) and a deputy chair of Animal Refuge Kansai (https://www.arkbark.net/) an NPO established in 1999 dedicated to the rescue of unwanted, abused, and homeless animals with an aim to rehabilitate them and to find them permanent loving new homes.
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-the power of using Chambers of Commerce, societies, and volunteer organizations to build a strong and meaningful network in Japan
-Robert’s experience founding the first exclusively bilingual content firm in Japan
-expectations for the coming travel boom in Japan
-travel tips and resources for the savvy and frugal
Robert's Links:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertheldt/
Company: https://goconnect.jp/
Travel:
-https://www.sportsjourney.jp/
-https://www.jnto.go.jp/
-https://www.japan.travel/en/
NPOs:
-https://www.arkbark.net/
-https://rei-npo.org/en/
-https://sokids.org/
-https://mirai-no-mori.jp/
-https://youmewenpo.org/
-https://www.kiwl.net/
-https://tokyo-yamathon.com/
Chambers and societies:
-https://www.accj.or.jp/
-https://www.anzccj.jp/
-https://bccjapan.com/
-https://www.cccj.or.jp/
-https://ebc-jp.com/
-https://www.ijcc.jp/
-https://www.saccj.com/
-https://ajstokyo.org/en-home/
-https://www.japanbritishsociety.or.jp/en/
-http://janz.jp/en/
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Ben Shearon was a university lecturer in Sendai who retired from formal work in March 2022. He has been in Japan since July 2000, and has run the RetireJapan website since 2013. RetireJapan is the best (and quite possibly only) place to find trustworthy information in English on personal finance, investing, and retirement in Japan, with a wealth of free information and a supportive online community.
Be sure to keep listening to hear more about his insights into what you can do to improve your financial health and set yourself up for future success and stability while living in Japan.
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-four simple principles to improve your financial health
-why not having an emergency fund is an emergency
-how to think about saving money without reducing quality of life
-how to get started as an investor
-Japan-specific tools for retirement savings (and why Americans shouldn't use them)
Ben's Links:
RetireJapan site: https://www.retirejapan.com/welcome/
RetireJapan forum: https://www.retirejapan.com/forum/
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@retirejapan_OG
Twitter: https://twitter.com/retirejapan_OG
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benshearon/
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Helen Iwata is known as The Less Effort More Impact Coach. She’s an award-winning bilingual coach based in Tokyo.
Helen helps women in business to excel in their work without feeling exhausted, through the power of the Sasuga! Success Cycle.
Originally from England, Helen has lived and worked in Japan for over 30 years. After two decades in education, local government, and the corporate world, Helen established her own business in 2013 and is now obsessed with helping overworking women to use their time, energy, and expertise for less effort and more impact.
Helen is a TEDx speaker and coach, Nikkei Style columnist, author of the Japanese book Eigo no Shigoto-jutsu, host of The Sasuga! Podcast (with over 200 episodes), wife, mother, and a karate world champion.
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-the power of choosing your thoughts
-the key to improving your presentations skills in any culture
-coping with and preventing burnout
-the dark sides of ganbaru and gaman
Helen's Links:
Website: https://sasugacommunications.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heleniwata
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sasugacommunications
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heleniwata
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HelenIwata
Sasuga! VIP Women’s Program: https://sasugacommunications.com/vip
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Manabu Goto is a Japanese native and world traveler whose mission is to create a more inclusive world. He's the founder of Helte, which created a unique Japanese conversation platform called Sail to connect Japanese learners with elderly volunteers in Japan.
Topics covered in today’s episode include:
-how companies can balance a focus on profitability with social contribution
-balancing a focus on diversity with a company’s culture in a startup setting
-why it’s important to be mindful of the “mask” you’re using when addressing different kinds of stakeholders in a purpose-driving company
-how something as simple as a conversation can work toward eliminating bias
Manabu's links:
Helte: https://helte.jp/en/service/
Sail App: https://sailglobal.helte.jp/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manabu-g-93066920b/
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Philippe Khin is the founder of the language exchange app SewaYou. Fluent in Cambodian, French, English, and Japanese with an N1 certification, his app focuses on helping people connect in-person to build stronger language and communication skills.
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-How (and why) to speed up your eligibility for permanent residency in Japan.
-Time management and avoiding burnout as a solo founder.
-Why it’s most effective to focus on addressing people’s pain points to influence them.
-The staying power of in-person networking, especially in the Tokyo startup community.
Philippe's Links:
SewaYou: https://www.sewayou.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-khin/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/philippekhin
Twitter: https://twitter.com/philippekhin
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Dr. Adam Acar is a native of Turkey who moved to Japan from the United States 15 years ago. He has since worked as a professor and in the education, innovation, and marketing sphere.
Topics covered in this episode include:
-why Japanese women rank among the lowest worldwide in self-esteem, and what it means
-why konbin are so innovative, where there’s room for change, and why trust is such a valuable force in Japan
-why sales tactics and incentives successful in other countries may not be effective in Japan
-how SNS and SEO functions differently in the Japanese market
-the drain of zombie companies on the Japanese economy
Adam Acar's Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-acar-phd-9b8b871b/
Youtube Channel on Innovation and Digital Marketing: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQ7Gx5T-MADuIDO3mAEwXQ/videos
Youtube Channel on Samurai and Zen Culture: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC30GfLisrnQHeogVmdgcVTw/videos
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Heidi Karino is a native of the UK who has just returned to her home country after spending twenty-four formative years living and working in Japan. She currently runs her own business as a Japanese to English translator specializing in transcreation for content marketing, where she works with clients to ensure that their Japanese content really resonates with their English-speaking customers.
Topics discussed in today's interview include:
-transcreation, how it differs from translation, and what makes it valuable
-strategically using social media to educate and find clients, as well as cultivate a community of professionals
-differences between freelance and in-house translation work
Heidi's Links:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/heidikarino
Website (Japanese): www.kotonohabloom.com
Related Episodes:
Gained in Translation: Interpreting Design in Japan and Beyond with David Tonge: https://anchor.fm/businesssuccessjapan/episodes/Gained-in-Translation-Interpreting-Design-in-Japan-and-Beyond-with-David-Tonge-e117ji8
Learning the Dance of Effective Cross-Cultural Communication in Japan with Kevin Crowell: https://anchor.fm/businesssuccessjapan/episodes/Learning-the-Dance-of-Effective-Cross-Cultural-Communication-in-Japan-with-Kevin-Crowell-e153r78
The Power of Self-Reflection, Storytelling, and Finding Authentic Balance in Japan with Tim Sullivan: https://anchor.fm/businesssuccessjapan/episodes/The-Power-of-Self-Reflection--Storytelling--and-Finding-Authentic-Balance-in-Japan-with-Tim-Sullivan-eul6jr
Mentioned in the Episode:
Blog on Transcreation: https://www.transcreationexperts.com/
Hemingway App: https://hemingwayapp.com/
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