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Business in Japan 101 - for APAC and Global Business Leaders
Episode 26 • 15th May 2023 • The FocusCore Podcast • Dr. David Sweet
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Are you doing business in Japan, or would like to, and feel like you could use some guidance on how to maximize your time and effort? 

If you are an APAC or global business leader, and looking to navigate the business landscape in Japan and build successful, long-term partnerships with Japanese companies, it's essential to approach business in Japan with a mindset of respect, cultural sensitivity, and a willingness to adapt to local customs and practices. In this episode I discuss ten factors that I’ve found incredibly important to keep in mind for APAC and global business leaders looking to do business in Japan.

In this episode you will hear:

  • About Japan’s unique culture and business practices
  • How important long-term business relationships are in Japan
  • The expectations placed on business leaders in Japan including strong work ethic, respect for hierarchy and seniority
  • About the importance Japanese companies place on consensus decision-making


Connect with David Sweet:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavidsweet/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/focuscorejp 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/focuscoreasia

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focuscorejp/ 

Website: https://www.japan.focuscoregroup.com/ 


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