← Blog The boss is always right… except when he’s wrong In higher power cultures subordinates are less likely to question their superiors. 🌏✈️ In 2010, Korean Air made a bold move by mandating English as the official language for all cockpit and cabin communications. One of the key reasons Read more…
← Blog Adjusting to Japan is difficult : what I wish I knew before moving Open the gates to a smooth transition and a rewarding journey overseas. Working in Japan as a foreigner or giving up your career to follow love is a big transition. Adjusting is hard. And, luckily Read more…
← 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 Read more…
← 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 Read more…
← 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 Read more…
← 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 Read more…
← 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. 🤔 Read more…
← Blog Is it wise to invest when you are unaware of genuine needs ? How can you ensure a clear diagnosis before pouring resources ? In Japan, there’s a tendency to prioritize training as a checkbox for inclusion efforts. For example: cross-generational conflicts at work Attracting women to sales Read more…
← Blog DEI not integrated with Long-Term Strategy Japanese companies aim to promote diversity and inclusion. However, they often struggle to implement meaningful changes in office mentality and behavior. One reason for this is that DEI is not fully integrated into their long term vision. In fact, companies use catchphrases Read more…
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