← Blog You think Nemawashi exists only in Japan ? Think again Do you think that consensus building is just a Japanese thing? Where Western bosses decide everything or argue a lot in meetings ? (read a Linkedin article written by a Japanese consultant). Let’s look at it in a …
← Blog BCCLJ Generative AI event Stay ahead of the game ! Whether you’re in Tokyo or elsewhere, next Monday, I’ll be moderating our next webinar to learn more about Generative AI and its impact on businesses, hosted by the Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BLCCJ). Generative AI is …
← Blog 🚨 Let’s Talk Power Harassment : A Call for Change “A severe approach is necessary, as some people do not change their behavior”, Yasu Higuchi, CEO of Panasonic Connect Last February, Panasonic Connect Japan grabbed headlines by promptly demoting an employee found guilty of sexual harassment. As …
← Blog Women at Work : We get the Behaviours we tolerate With International women’s day approaching, you will start to see a bunch of heart gestures, trendy hashtags and cheesy slogans 👩❤️💋👨. 💪 As a mixed-blood woman, entrepreneur and mother of 2 daughters, I don’t recognize myself in this …
← Blog Failure or Fuel : the key to transforming Japan’s entrepreneurial mindset How do you consider failure ? My first company ended after one year with a big check and … a burn-out My second company came to a natural halt with the birth of the 3rd one My …
← Blog 4 reasons why the new digital nomad visa is not worth it ! Japan’s government believes it will be a driver of innovation and a source of energy for the country’s rapidly aging workforce. Really ? Think again. This new digital nomad visa will allow foreigners to stay …
← Blog Most of Stress is triggered by our Thinking ! This workshop is a tool you can use when you feel that a particular situation is affecting you irrationally, or is repeating itself over time. Or when you are experiencing certain symptoms of chronic stress, such as recurring negative …
← Blog 1 Year LB – Networking in Japan : Theory Vs Reality First contact in Japan ? “Always bow. Wait for introductions. Never make the first move”. That’s what YouTube and the books tell you…. But here’s the truth: 𝐉𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠. After 2+ years here, we’ve …
← Blog Conference 30 Jan 24 @French Chamber Are Japanese companies more comfortable dealing with the “technical” aspects of DEI ? Real issues are Behaviors and mindsets, and thus the impact on the bottom line. Engaged in a conversation with a manager here in Japan, we delved into Diversity, Equity, …
← Blog Japan Venture Cap Assoc DEI new targets The Japan Venture Capital Association is making strides towards diversity with a target: 30% of senior officials from underrepresented groups by July. As of now, women make up a mere 10% of the 21 board members and 44 committee members. 🤔 …