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Is it worth the effort to learn Japanese?

Articles, Careers, Learning Japanese by Pernille Rudlin

Yes, but once a week lessons will lead to frustration! Make sure you know your vocation first. Loving Japan is not enough. Read on to find out why...

Bow, shake hands or poke someone in the eye?

Articles, Japanese etiquette by Pernille Rudlin

Most non-Japanese people worry too much about bowing when meeting Japanese counterparts - even though it's true bowing is deeply engrained in the Japanese psyche...

Why “service” has different meanings in Japanese and English

Articles, Customer service, Japanese business by Pernille Rudlin

Why Japanese customers won't pay for service...

Why are the Japanese and British less productive than the Dutch?

Articles, Europe, Japanese workstyle by Pernille Rudlin

Motivation, evaluation and efficiency...

What Spring means in Japan and Europe

Articles, Japanese culture, Japanese society by Pernille Rudlin

A good time for companies to renew and refresh...

Inclusive words

Articles, Global management, HR management by Pernille Rudlin

Hiring Japanese speakers

Articles, Careers, HR management by Pernille Rudlin

Japanese companies often fall into the trap of hiring Japanese speakers without defining the actual job role...

What businesswomen should wear when meeting with Japanese

Articles, Careers, Japanese business, Japanese etiquette, Working with Japanese by Rochelle Kopp

I frequently am asked for dressing tips for businesswomen who are going to visit Japan or have meetings with Japanese. Here are my current thoughts on the topic....