When the boss starts behaving like a dictator
Like a political dictator, the corporate tyrant sets things up to stay in power, according to experts. They suppress the talented and reward those who are loyal.
The downside of decision-making practices in Japan
Adherence to the rules is important in Japan. When those rules don’t work, it is sometimes easier to make a whole new set.
Paralysis and calm: Two sides of Japan's inertia
COVID-19 hasn't (so far) affected Japan as badly as other Western countries, but sometimes extreme situations can push people to get up and try to improve their lots in life.
Five questions to ask yourself when considering a job change in Japan
The season of new employees is fast approaching, here are some last-minute things to ask yourself before making a big career change.
How the coronavirus widens a cultural divide
If you'd like your Japanese colleagues to come around to your way of thinking, you'll need to convince them in a way that's common in the culture.
Japanese corporate culture explains why experts given back seat in virus response
Organizations in Japan tend not to rely on specialists when it comes to solving in-house problems, which may be a consequence of fostering a workforce of generalists.
Corporate Japan's paralyzing fear of the unhappy customer
Avoiding risks in business can help to keep your company safe, but it also lessens the chance you'll do something truly game-changing.
Why English translation needs the native touch
Japan is a country that prides itself on focusing on the smallest details, so why do incorrect English translations plague signage across the country?
Working with the Japanese at a senior level when you're a non-Japanese woman
While stories about mandatory heels and a ban on glasses are making the rounds in the media, the reality of working at a Japanese firm when you're a woman is not as bad as you may think.
Ditch the debate tactics when it comes to persuading Japanese colleagues on a course of action
Coming to a compromise, PowerPoint presentations and group consensus will help you get your way at work over an impressive oral argument.
Dealing with the 'boss from hell'? You could be getting 'power harassed'
Insults, physical violence, unreasonable demands — coming from a superior at work these and other types of similar behavior are definitely not allowed.
Be proactive, not reactive, as an intern
An internship at a Japanese office can teach you a lot about the country's business culture.
