Training for overseas managers at Japanese firms
Many Japanese firms are experiencing some difficulty when they attempt to localize key management positions. They are not confident in the capabilities of their locally hired managers, not sure...
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Working effectively with Mexicans – What Japanese companies need to know
Japanese companies often fail to appreciate the unique aspects of Mexican culture. The result, many Japanese firms experience high turnover and other problems in their Mexican operations. These can be...
Saihatsu Boshi – Key to Japanese problem-solving
Making sure problems don't happen again is a good thing, and the Japanese have developed a structured process for doing this. Many non-Japanese are not comfortable being forthright about...
Effective selling techniques in Japan
An ideal salesperson drops everything and rushes to be at the customer’s side no matter what time it is or where they are. An ideal salesperson exceeds customer expectations,...
How to cope with a micromanaging Japanese boss
Americans expect to have a feeling of control about their work, and a sense of ownership. They may feel that this is lacking when they work with a supervisor...
Socializing in Japan – handling common tricky areas
Spending time with your Japanese colleagues in a relaxed situation outside the office is important for relationship-building. Japanese want to get to know the people they do business...
Checklist for planning sexual harassment prevention training programs for Japanese participants
Various issues should be considered when planning sexual harassment prevention training programs for Japanese. Addressing these items will help you ensure that your programs are effective and your company...
Hosting Japanese visitors at your office
It’s important to be prepared when a Japanese customer, supplier, or other guest is going to be visiting your office. Making a good impression is vital to the success...
The various roles of Japanese expatriates
Many Japanese expatriates don’t have a clear idea of what their role is….most don’t even have job descriptions, so it’s no wonder they feel unclear about their mission....
Building a hybrid culture – Americans and Japanese working together
Japanese and Americans have radically different assumptions about how to communicate, how to make decisions, how to share information, how to run meetings, how to evaluate alternatives, how to deal...