Although we have borrowed many words from Portuguese, including カルタ (carta), テンプラ (tempera), and タバコ (tabaco), the etymology of ありがとう (arigato or thank you) is NOT the Portuguese “obrigado,” as... The post 15. Sorry About That【Column: Leap Before You Look】 appeared first on Japan Intercultural Consulting.| Japan Intercultural Consulting
If you ask people in Japan what their religion is, they’ll probably say they don’t have one. But those people may have a small 神棚 (altar) in their kitchen, visit...| Japan Intercultural Consulting
Despite the fact that 通勤電車 (commuter trains) are often すし詰め (packed like sardines), we Japanese actually value greater 物理的な距離 (personal space between people) compared to many other cultures. As much... The post 14. To Hug or Not to Hug 【Column: Leap Before You Look】 appeared first on Japan Intercultural Consulting.| Japan Intercultural Consulting
The shift in automotive manufacturing in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region to the east and to the south continues, exacerbated by the sluggish demand for EVs in Western... The post E-learning is not the whole solution to the language barrier appeared first on Japan Intercultural Consulting.| Japan Intercultural Consulting
“何かお手伝いできることはございますか (Is there anything I can assist you with)?” As soon as I stood at the end of a queue at the monorail station at the Haneda Airport, clearly non-Japanese... The post 12. Double Personality Wellbeing 【Column: Leap Before You Look】 appeared first on Japan Intercultural Consulting.| Japan Intercultural Consulting
“What do you miss the most about Japan?” My answer to this よくある質問 (frequently asked question) should be “my family” (my mom, sister and her family are all living in... The post 11. Bon Appétit 【Column: Leap Before You Look】 appeared first on Japan Intercultural Consulting.| Japan Intercultural Consulting
The conversation about Artificial Intelligence is everywhere these days, raising concerns but also capturing imaginations as we consider how it will impact almost every domain of our lives. In our work at RW3 CultureWizard, we’re particularly excited about how AI can revolutionize the way we interact across cultures, enhance communication, and deepen inclusivity. As we prepare to roll out the first AI-driven features within our platform, it’s a perfect time to explore how these emerging t...| CultureWizard Blog
Have you noticed when posing for photos, Japanese people often strike the “peace” sign, also known as a V-sign? There are various theories to why they do this: “it conforms... The post 10. What a Difference a Vowel Makes 【Column: Leap Before You Look】 appeared first on Japan Intercultural Consulting.| Japan Intercultural Consulting
The other day, my colleague was saying “first you sell yourself, then your company, and your product last.” This is probably how it works in the US. But if you’re...| Japan Intercultural Consulting
“どんなお仕事をされていますか (What kind of work do you do)?” – people often asked me, and I would reply “I can tell you but then I have to kill you,” and...| Japan Intercultural Consulting
How to get an executive job in another country Did you know that 49% of Briefcase Coach readers have looked for a job in a different country? The global job market is more interconnected than ever, offering executives an opportunity to advance their careers through international roles. These positions provide access to dynamic markets, the […] The post NAVIGATING THE GLOBAL JOB MARKET appeared first on Briefcase Coach.| Briefcase Coach
We were raised to show deference through titles, and addressing someone by their first name felt overly casual - even disrespectful.| Snap Analytics