Foreign country managers have a poor track record in Japan. As a Japan-based leader, you are caught between the company culture and objectives and a local business culture that is slow and rigid. Overcome the challenges of working in Japan by surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals who face similar complexities. Our mission is to help you navigate the Japanese business market, accelerate growth, and enhance your leadership capabilities—all within a supportive professional network. Keep in mind that your neighbour is encountering similar challenges. You are not alone! Join the Executives Lab because it is tailored to Global Leaders unique needs.
In a demanding business environment like Japan, executives, especially expats or those in rapid growth phases, cannot afford to waste time on trial and error. Other CEOs have likely faced similar challenges. They can share their experiences, what worked, and what didn’t. This can help the executive avoid common pitfalls and learn from others’ successes and failures. The Lab provides direct access to proven strategies and insights, enabling you to make informed decisions quickly.
Feedback from within an organization may be biased due to internal politics, relationships, and hierarchies, with employees potentially hesitating to provide honest feedback. In contrast, external CEOs offer more objective, impartial advice as they lack personal stakes in the company. Their neutral, candid perspective challenges assumptions, provides valuable insights, and supports more informed decision-making, fostering individual and organizational growth.
Transition to the next level of leadership while adapting to new work environments (job, market, shareholders). While you may already have mastered leadership tools, reaching this stage requires adaptation, as what got you here may not be sufficient for the next steps.
The Lab offers a community of like-minded executives who understand the pressures and challenges you face. This network provides a valuable support system, reducing isolation and stress.
As an executive, the pressure to always appear strong and confident can make it difficult to show any sign of weakness. Because the copy/paste abroad won’t work, it is beneficial to practice new habits in a supportive environment before implementing them in real-world scenarios, especially in a slow and challenging business environment like Japan.
These challenges include navigating the region’s vast cultural diversity to communicate effectively and build relationships. Additionally, managing differing regulatory environments requires a deep understanding of local laws and policies. The geographical vastness of the region poses logistical complexities that can be mitigated through strategic planning and remote team management techniques. The lab can provide experiences and techniques which can be practiced and refined in the lab.
Compared to other Asian countries, Japan presents distinct challenges such as a slower pace of change, potential misalignment with group strategy, and limited transparency in communication. These factors can impede collaboration, hinder strategy execution, prolong go-to-market timelines, and impact employee engagement and overall performance.
Benefit from our 20+ years in leadership and business psychology. Our global team offers insights across industries and continents to help you navigate market complexities, overcome challenges, and drive results.
Unlike traditional training, each Lab group addresses specific business problems by blending business acumen, hard skills, soft skills, and the power of collective intelligence. Our method ensures well-rounded, effective solutions.
Practice new habits in real-life situations within a safe environment. Experiment and refine your skills before implementing them in the public arena.
Join a curated group of peers, free from sales pitches or competitors, for meaningful exchanges and development.