In this episode of the Simon & John Careers Podcast, we’re bringing you a Japan Spring update! We’re highlighting the most interesting news topics since the beginning of the year, and discussing how they impact Japan’s job market and culture. Plus, we’re taking a deep dive into some unique seasonal events that you won’t want …
by byrnejohn Welcome to the Simon & John Careers Podcast, your go-to resource for all things career-related. In this episode, we’ll be discussing the power of small adjustments and how they can make a big impact on your career trajectory. With expert analysis and practical tips, you’ll gain the tools you need to take control of your …
by byrnejohn Welcome to the Simon & John Careers Podcast! Today, we’re delving into the fascinating world of job hunting and exploring the concept of ‘Horses for Courses.’ Whether you’re struggling to find your dream job or simply looking for ways to boost your career prospects, this podcast is packed with practical advice and insider tips to …
by byrnejohn Simon and John careers podcast is back! Tune In as they discuss the latest developments of January 2023: From ChatGPT advancements to the celebration of Japanese New Year, and a thorough review of the Economy and Job Market.
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John discuss how to go about setting up a company in Japan. John talks about his experience of setting up a company, what his organization does, and how long they’ve been in the market. John discusses details about the recruitment industry. They then discuss some of the challenges entrepreneurs should consider, how …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John discuss how onboarding starts before the onboarding process itself and what happens on the first day. They then talk about how onboarding starts with your culture, what managers need to do during the onboarding process, re-boarding, and finally, they will wrap up the podcast with some questions for their listeners.
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John discuss How to Find the Best Recruiter in Japan. They discuss the importance of understanding a company environment, why behaviors and work styles of any organization are important to understand, what potential career opportunities and career paths you could have in an organization, the importance of corporate values, and …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John continue reviewing the reasons why LinkedIn can be an incredibly effective platform for Boosting your Company and Personal Brand. They discuss why creating a company page is vitally important, how effective leveraging new hires is to boost your LinkedIn brand and finally, they wrap up the podcast with a few important topics that they feel will help you …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John review the reasons why LinkedIn can be an incredibly effective platform for Boosting your Company and Personal Brand. They discuss a number of interesting LinkedIn statistics before moving on to the three main topics of this podcast. 1. Which posts to like or not like 2. Building a healthy culture of …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John discuss a very challenging task for most managers, which is Rebuilding a Broken Team. They discuss why it’s essential to have data before trying to fix any problems, what support you need to help that process move forward, and choosing the right resources. They also discuss why we need to …
by byrnejohn On this episode, Simon and I discuss the following top 10 management tips:- 1. The importance of delegation 2. Start the day early 3. Create a schedule 4. Set realistic timelines 5. Reward yourself and your team 6. Learn how to stop procrastinating 7. Don’t stress 8. There is no such thing as multitasking 9. …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and I discuss how to build an internal network and model best practices, how to manage yourself versus others, time management (Your time versus your team’s time), learning the company’s unwritten rules and learning how to control your emotions.
by byrnejohn On today’s podcast we discuss 10 great attributes associated with inspirations leaders, including why actions speak louder than words, the art of great listening skills, why it’s important not to be a yes leader, allowing people space to come up with their own ideas, helping people feel valued, why inspiration can help people drive goals …
by byrnejohn On this week’s podcast we spoke with Erol Emed who is the CEO of Soul of Japan, Japan’s largest land Salmon aqua farm. Erol graduated from Oxford University with a Masters in Mathematics, he is CFA qualified and prior to joining Soul of Japan, he worked in the financial industry.
by byrnejohn On this episode Simon and John discuss why it’s important to keep your resume short and direct and why creating an original resume template is so important. They also discuss the need to highlight relevant skills/experiences, demonstrate results with numbers/metrics, create a career snapshot, optimizing text, elaborating past your job duties, using the right language …
by byrnejohn Ben Fox is a comedian, TV actor and entrepreneur. He came to Japan in 2015 where he ran marketing across Asia for one of the most successful video games ever created, worked at a global fortune 500 company and left his corporate career after becoming the Japan country head of a European video game company. …
by byrnejohn Simon and I put together a compilation of the best advice from 5 different Japan CEO’s including Paul Yonamine (IBM Japan), Ernie Higa (Domino’s Pizza), David Shirt (Macquarie/Jefferies), Graeme Elliot (MF Global/Jefferies) and Frank Foley (Hit Entertainment).
by byrnejohn On this podcast, a “Day in the life of a typical office worker in Japan,” Simon & John continue discussing after work activities, peer pressure to go out drinking, putting safety walls along the platforms because people were falling asleep and onto the tracks, commuting home at night time, and finally for folks who can’t get home …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, a “Day in the life of a typical office worker in Japan,” Simon & John continue to discuss the Japanese culture of communication, meetings in Japan, remote vs. hybrid work, the culture of overtime, typical working hours, and finally, how office workers sometimes fall asleep during meetings.
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon & John will continue to discuss the life and times of a typical Japanese office worker. They will be talking about the role of nicotine and caffeine if you want to survive the mornings, reading the newspaper in the office, required office daily greetings, the first tasks of the day, how …
by byrnejohn Simon and John delve into the life and times of a typical Japanese office worker, what time they get up in the morning, why most people bathe at night in Japan, typical Japanese office worker attire, what Japanese office workers eat for breakfast, the infamous Japanese rush hour and morning commute, punching into work and …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, we interviewed Menya Hinga. Menya helps high-performers who are struggling to manage stress and weight gain, learn to eat better, move more and stress less in order to transform their health and performance. As an expat, father, and former personal trainer turned health and performance coach, Menya knows how difficult it can be …
by byrnejohn On this episode, Simon and John discuss the importance of social media in your career. They review social media statistics in Japan, diversity on the social media platforms, Japan versus the US social media statistics and finally they offer some advice on how to leverage these platforms to boost your career.
by byrnejohn On this episode, Simon and John discuss the reasons why you should be a recruiter in the first place, what you do as a recruiter, how do you apply for a recruitment job, what to expect, what are the challenges and positive aspects of the role. They then move on to discuss what skills do …
by byrnejohn On this episode, Simon and John discuss what it’s actually like to work in Japan, foreigners who are eligible to work in Japan, what jobs are available as a non-Japanese and a Japanese speaking foreigner. They then discuss cultural alignment, working in a multinational versus a domestic Japanese organization, a local hire versus an expat …
by byrnejohn Simon and John discuss the reasons why people feel that their careers are going nowhere and offer some advice regarding what to do when you get stuck in a rut. Some of the main topics discussed on the podcast were uncaring leadership, performance expectation, lack of career growth, lack of meaningful work, lack of compensation, …
by byrnejohn On this episode, John discusses his experience of dealing with employees who have been let go by various corporations. He discusses why it’s important to be aware of what you’re entitled to but advises against going to court with your ex-employers. During the episode John also advises why it’s best to negotiate yourself, accept what …
by byrnejohn Simon and John discuss why it’s important not to panic and stay calm. Write out a plan of action, review your resume, consider your Interview Pitch and reach out to your network They discuss why it’s important to review your LinkedIn profile & settings, Set up job alerts on Job boards. They discuss the importance …
by byrnejohn Simon and John used their combined knowledge of the recruitment industry on both the agency and in-house jobs to discuss the merits of both jobs. They look at what makes both a great agency recruiter in addition to a great in-house recruiter. The characteristics that are important for each role and what it takes to …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, we were absolutely delighted to welcome back David Shirt who discussed how his business, Astris Advisory has had to pivot from their original strategy, their overseas expansion and future growth of their business. David cited the Pivot and Persist strategy as being cornerstone to the company’s success. David discussed the best sales …
by byrnejohn On today’s episode Simon and John discuss why it’s important to secure the job before you actually try to negotiate the package. The importance of understanding what the market is paying for your position and don’t be afraid to ask for more! They recommend having a number in mind and make sure you stick to …
by byrnejohn On the third and final part of the LinkedIn series, Simon and John discuss why it’s important to tailor your InMails and correspondence on LinkedIn Which invitations you should accept and not accept, how to strategically connect with people on LinkedIn to further build you network and why people don’t want to connect with a …
by byrnejohn On this episode, Simon and John discuss more advanced features on LinkedIn such as Headlines and Vanity URL’s. They also cover LinkedIn scheduled post which Simon has dubbed “Networking while you sleep”. They also discuss how to stand out from the crowd, create more of a network and other advanced features they think are incredibly …
by byrnejohn Simon and John discuss how to create a professional looking LinkedIn profile and adding some features and details they strongly recommend you have as part of your profile. They then discuss LinkedIn usage in Japan and globally. How LinkedIn usage has changed during the COVID pandemic and why it’s currently easier for people to discuss …
by byrnejohn Ernest Higa, the renowned businessman who brought the Domino’s Pizza and Wendy’s brands to Japan, has spent decades in the Japanese market. A third generation Nikkei American from Hawaii, Higa has a bicultural background that allows him to observe the Japanese industry world both as an insider and an outsider, and this has allowed him …
by byrnejohn The last episode of the Client Recruitment Lifecycle called The Post Hire Phase, i.e. Episode number 4. Simon and John discuss how companies on-board their new employees. This includes onboard training, clarify the role that they will be doing when they join, connecting them to other people within the organization, getting them familiar with their …
by byrnejohn On this Podcast, Simon and I will be discussing how companies shortlist candidates, which ones they select for the final interview round and why they select them. How companies identify their preferred candidates, move them to the pre-offer phase and lastly the offer interview. Should the selected candidate sign, the company will then proceed with …
by byrnejohn On this episode of our podcast, we spoke with Jay Revels CEO and Founder of The Total Mindset which is a growth accelerator for small to midsize digital enterprises based in N. America, Europe and Australia with the strategic goal of starting or growing their Japanese businesses. Jay has a distinguished 20-year career in enterprise technology sales …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John interview Japan-related business specialist Graeme Lawrence. Graeme is a client services & international trade manager and has a fantastic career. Working as an Interpreter/translator at Honda F1 Racing, Hitachi & Panasonic. Graeme has a Japanese language JLPT N1 (grade A) and is also a qualified PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner (project …
by byrnejohn Simon and John discuss preparation for the interview process by creating a job description and making sure that the manager has all the information at his/her disposal before meeting with candidates. The discussion then moved to holding the interview itself, how interviewers can be inconsistent in terms of the questions that they ask and why …
by byrnejohn The first episode in a 4 series podcast called the Client Recruitment Lifecycle, Simon & John discuss the mechanics of how an organisation runs its recruitment process internally. The process starts with pre-hiring/planning to hire. How it all starts with a job description, then determining the interview process depending on the role and creating …
by byrnejohn Simon and John discuss the importance of setting career goals in your new career. Why creating a routine and continuous training is crucial to your success. The importance of mentors and professional coaches to help you get ahead. How to get promoted and following a carefully planned career path to reach your goals.
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John discuss the process which follows accepting an offer and joining a company. What happens if you’ve accepted an offer, resigned from your old firm but failed your background check? Why it’s important to meet the right people within your new organization for drinks and dinner after you’ve joined. Why …
by byrnejohn On this episode, Simon and John discuss the proper way to resign and create a digital footprint to make sure you resign on the date you expect. Making sure you resign without any legal consequences. The benefits and consequences of accepting a counter offer. Techniques that companies use to retain staff including emotional techniques, key …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John discuss the importance of preparation before you interview for a job. Why it’s essential to review typical interview questions and read the job description before you interview. Make sure to do due diligence on the company and hiring manager in addition to showing up early. We discuss the importance …
by byrnejohn Continuing on with the candidate recruitment lifecycle 10 series podcast, Simon and John discuss the importance of due diligence on the recruiters that specialize in your industry, access they may have to clients you’re interested in, engaging with select recruiters referred to you by your network, how important it is to build a meaningful relationships …
by byrnejohn Simon and John give advise on how to apply for jobs, how to managing your data/privacy and how to manage conflicts that may occur during this process. We discuss creating a good LinkedIn profile, the importance of constantly updating your online profile, work status, how to filter requests and the best way of using the …
by byrnejohn On this podcast, Simon and John offer advise on preparing your resume before applying for a job. What do clients look for in your resume when they receive it? They discuss Gaps in your resume, education, internship, work experience. How expectations from a candidate applying in Japan are very different than overseas. They also delve into …
by byrnejohn In this podcast Simon and John discuss the risk of moving jobs or the risk of staying where you are. They discuss in-depth analysis of your current role and the many things you need to be aware of before handing in your resignation and lastly, how the new offer you’re considering may or may not …
by byrnejohn In this podcast we interviewed Jon Cluff who is the global head of recruitment at a listed US Technology company. Jon discusses some of the difficulties hiring staff in Japan, how he found his way into his current role and his foray in professional baseball.
by byrnejohn Paul Yonamine is Chairman and CEO of Central Pacific Financial Corp.. He previously ran IBM Japan, managing 50,000 people and when he left, the firm was generating revenues of 9 Billion USD per annum. Paul also worked as CEO of Hitachi Consulting, Executive Vice President and Chairman of BearingPoint Asia Pacific and President of KPMG Consulting …
by byrnejohn Jennifer Shinkai is a fellow podcaster, entrepreneur, author, coach, trainer and more! She is a big advocate of ikigai and incorporates it into her work and daily life. During the show, Jennifer discusses her career, some of the challenges she faces in her career in addition to the changes in her business that have happened …
by byrnejohn In this week’s podcast, Graham Elliot tells his story of growing up in the large port town of Hartlepool, starting his financial career in the city of London at a brokerage firm, moving to a hedge fund and then making his way to Japan where he became CEO of two investment banks before returning to …
by byrnejohn In this podcast, Simon and John discuss Making a move when it suits you and how moving in an emotionally heightened state can hurt your career. Why it’s easier to move to a new job when you already have a job. Being content with a package you receive from a new job offer and how …
by byrnejohn Episode 1 of a 10 series podcast (The Candidate Recruitment Lifecycle), Simon and John discuss why people start to think about changing their jobs. If there is anything they can do in their current role to improve In this episode entitled “Time for a Career Change?” Simon and John go into great detail about the …
by byrnejohn Originally from Ireland, Frank moved to Australia when he was 14 years old and then to Japan when he was 28 years old. Frank is fluent in Japanese and has been living in Japan for 30 years. Frank has spent 22 of the 30 years in Japan working as a Country Manager. He has been …
by byrnejohn On this week’s podcast we interview David Shirt who is the Co-Founder and CEO of Astris Advisory. Astris Advisory is a boutique financial firm started in 2018 which focuses on Corporate Advisory, Fund Placement, Investment Advisory and the Start-up industry. David discusses his journey from his childhood in Manchester (UK) to becoming the Japan Country …
by byrnejohn Henry Seals is a Harvard Graduate and HR/Marketing professional. After graduating from University, Henry started his career in Japan where he has worked in predominantly Japanese speaking, reading and writing environments. Henry is currently working for Philip Morris International as a HR manager and previously worked in companies such as AIG, ING and Paidy. He …
by byrnejohn Richard Bracken is a Chief Commercial Officer with the Insurance Technology company Coherent and he is based in Singapore. After a decade in senior transformation roles in ANZ Banking Group (Australia), Richard made the switch to Asia and the insurance industry, working in Japan with ING Life, then taking a regional role with AIA in …
by byrnejohn Simon Cropper a bilingual (Japanese and English) executive running Asia Pacific Human Resources for a global Business Intelligence/Data Analytics Technology firm explains his career, background and how he ended up in Japan. Simon has worked across a number of different industries, a number of different countries and conducted business in 100% Japanese speaking environments. Given …
by byrnejohn John Byrne is an entrepreneur and CEO/Founder of Ascent Global Partners (an Executive Search Firm). More importantly, John will be co-hosting the Simon and John career podcast and to get the ball rolling, he introduces himself to the audience. On this episode, John discusses his background, industry trends and advice on how to get ahead …
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