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Japan"s Top Business Interviews Podcast By Dale Carnegie Training Tokyo Japan

Japan"s Top Business Interviews is the premier business interview podcast for people who want to know more about business in japan. The guests cover a range of industries and organisation sizes, to present a thorough overview of issues with leading in Japan. If you are a leader, especialy someone leading in Japan, then this is the podcast for you.

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01:28:46

261 Elio Orsara, Founder Elios Locanda Italiano

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2025/08/15

1. “If my motivation is to make the best product, the money will follow as a consequence.” 2. “A leader must give up ego and put the right people in the right place—even if it risks their seat.” 3. “You have to read the atmosphere; the same person may need a different approach each time.” 4. “To be a leader, you have to suffer, take the hard way, and do the work yourself first.” 5. “If you don’t care about people, then don’t do this job—leadership is a people business.” Elio Orsara

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01:11:41

260 Chris Mohler, CEO Gap Asia

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2025/08/08

“You can ask four thousand people to adjust to you, or you can adjust to them.” “If we want the stores to be successful, they need to feel heard—because their success is our success.” “When I tried to dictate ideas top-down, the organization kind of choked on it.” “Servant leadership means pushing popcorn carts, steaming clothes, and knowing everyone’s name.” “In Japan, things take longer to get moving, but when they do, they execute beautifully.” Previously Chris was CEO Gap China; CFO Gap Asia;

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01:03:06

259 Kasper Mejlvang, President Novo Nordisk Pharma Japan

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2025/08/01

“Most of any leader’s job is change management—setting a vision people buy into and aligning them behind it.” “I view the organisation as an inverted triangle—the frontline is at the top, and we serve them.” “You should be most concerned when your performance board is all green. Red means there’s something to learn.” “Trust in Japan isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of everything, and it can’t be rushed.” “Leadership isn’t about a role or title—it’s about helping others grow and succeed around a

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258 Duncan Harrison, Managing Director, JAC...

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2025/07/25

“In Japan, if you want performance, you need ultra-clear expectations—people need to know the goal.” “Building trust means creating a safe environment where it’s okay to make mistakes.” “Consensus-building is not optional in Japan—it’s how decisions gain traction.” “Every new joiner has lunch with me and a one-on-one at three months—connection matters.” “Leading is about inspiring, guiding, and empowering people toward a common purpose.” Previously Duncan was Executive Director-Head of Asia Hamlyn

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01:02:46

257 Yvette Pang, CEO International Logistics Company

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2025/07/18

“We walk the talk—not talk the talk.” “Expect the unexpected—Japan will challenge every assumption you bring.” “The language we use programs our mindset—'we' means we’re in it together.” “Creating little leaders is more powerful than just giving orders.” “Trust here runs deeper—it's built case by case, moment by moment.” Previously Yvette was Managing Director Hong Kong and South China; National Sales Manager, Hong Kong, South and West China; Business Development And Key Account Manager, Greater

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01:02:46

256 Eiichiro Onozawa CEO Savills Japan

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2025/07/11

“You have to crystallize the objective—what the goal is, and how we can get there.” “I treat differences as differences—not as superior or inferior.” “If people are good at what they do, all I need to do is be a facilitator.” “Eighty percent of stress comes from dealing with people—it’s not the work itself.” Previously Eiichiro was CEO of Nippon Building fund Management, General Manager Mitsui Fudosan, Managing Director Mitsui Fudosan UK, Senior Vice President Mitsui Fudosan America. He has an MBA

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255 Duncan Macintyre Managing Director CBRE Asia Pacific

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2025/07/04

· You’ve got to create the right environment so people can be successful and want to stay.” · “In Japan, trust takes longer to earn—but once you have it, it doesn’t disappear.” · “You can’t just come in and declare the solution—you’ve got to sit back and observe first.” · “I don’t want to tell people what to do; I want them to lead and ask for advice.” · “Sometimes the informal conversations in Japan are more valuable than the formal meetings.” Previously Duncan

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01:36:16

254 Guillaume Hansali- Country Head Keywords Studios

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2025/06/27

“Trust, for me, is the ability to predict someone’s behaviour—consistency builds that predictability.” “Excellence isn’t the outcome—it’s the rigour of the process, even when the result is uncertain.” “You can’t sell yourself forever; you have to build trust in the company, not just the founder.” “Being vulnerable as a leader unlocks trust—it gives others permission to be real too.” “Culture is just norms and heuristics—you shape it by consistently rewarding the right behaviours.” Previously

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01:03:18

253 Terii Jacobs, Regional Senior Director, Head of...

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2025/06/20

Previously Terii was Talent and Change-Asia Pacific head for British American Tabacco; Executive Officer and Vice-President, Business Engagement Leader-Special Projects, MetLife; Talent Partner APAC-Director UBS; Senior Consultant, Human Partners/Citadel Consulting; Organization Development Executive British American Tabacco Japan. He has a BA from Macalester College and an MBA from McGill University. · “You can’t change Japan, so you’re the one that’s going to need to change.” · “If

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01:01:54

252 Marc Bolduc, ITL Food Division and Representative...

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2025/06/14

“If you’re going to lead a team in Japan, trust is the number one thing you have to build.” “I didn’t want it to be too top-down—I wanted everyone to feel part of one unit.” “Celebrate success, but do it as a team—that’s how you motivate in Japan.” “Innovation needs a safe environment where people feel they won’t be punished for trying.” “Foreign leaders must become the voice of Japan inside headquarters—that’s how you build real credibility.” Previously Marc was Vice President of Business

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251 Kohei Noda, Country Director AB InBev Japan

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2025/06/06

“Leadership is building a strong team that can execute with resilience and deliver consistent results over time.” “There’s no easy way—other than talking to people—to truly know what’s happening in your organization.” “You need a balance of patience and impatience to create belief and drive change in Japan.” “If you say the customer comes first, then the customer has to come first—every day of the week.” “Engagement isn’t just passion—it’s also connection and commitment, and each needs different

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01:02:57

250 Akiko Karaki, Partner Head of Tokyo, Brunswick Group

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2025/05/30

Previously Akiko was a Commentator for Fuji TV; Co-Founder of Women In Action; Partner, Strategy &; Division Head at Japan Post; Vice-President Calyon Securities; Associate McKinsey & Company; Vice-President and Associate, General Counsel J.P. Morgan. She graduated with a JD in Law from Tokyo University and has a Master Of Law from Columbia Law School “Culture is an accumulation of behaviors—what you say and do becomes the culture.” “If the ownership is there, it’s really easy to engage with them.”

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53:52

249 Bruno Gaussorgues, Country Manager, Societe Generale

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2025/05/24

“If you want to impact people, first, you need to trust them—and then give them space.” “You forget about collective decision-making in Japan—you build consensus privately, one by one.” “The best execution comes from ideas people believe are their own.” “I listen first. Then I discuss. Then I decide. But always, I listen first.” “Leadership is not about being the hero—it’s about helping the team become the heroes together.” Previously for Societe Generale, Bruno was Head of Risk on Capital Market

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248 Rodrigo Lima, President, Danone Japan

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2025/05/16

Previously Rodrigo was Managing Director Danone Oceania, Managing Director Danone Nutricia Oceania, Managing Director Early Life Nutrition Danone Australia and New Zealand, Managing Director India, Sales and Commercial Director Medical Nutrition Division Sao Paulo, Brazil, Affiliate General Manager Columbia Eli Lilly, Regional Brand Director Europe Ely Lilly. He has a Bachelor of Economics from Universidade de Brazil and an MBA Finance from Michigan State University Rodrigo brings a global

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01:01:16

247 Rose Macdonald, Country Manager Japan, Wine...

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2025/05/10

Previously, Rose worked for Pernod Ricard Japan as a Brand Manager for Ki No Bi and White Spirits, Brand Manager for Jameson Irish Whiskey, and Wine Ambassador. Her earlier roles also included Sales Support Executive at iSeek Communications, Guest Relations at Tokyo Daiichi Hotel, and Guest Relations at Whitehorse Hotel. Rose holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Wollongong. Drawing from her years of experience at Pernod Ricard and now as the representative of Wine Australia,

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01:01:10

246 Alexandre Lanos, General Manager of Jean Rousseau...

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2025/05/02

Alex previously was an analyst for Marche Industriel Europe (Alternance), Assistant Commerciaux Grand Comptes, Assistant Commercial Manager Le Jardin Gaulois. He is an alumnus of ISEAM (Institut Supérieur d'Études en Alternance du Management), Marne-la-Vallée, France. Summary Alex shares his experience leading a niche luxury brand specializing in handcrafted watch straps. His journey highlights how cultural sensitivity, trust-building, and adaptability are essential for leadership success in Japan

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01:03:22

245 Carl Moser, President of Vollmer Japan Corporation

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2025/04/25

Previously, Carl was President of ODU Japan, Technology Support DMG Mori.He graduated with an MA in Business Administration from the University of Augsburg Carl’s journey from discovering Japanese sword arts to leading a German machine tool subsidiary in Japan illustrates the fusion of cultural appreciation and professional growth. Moser began his Japanese experience through martial arts and language studies, which eventually led to a career in Japan. Starting in technical sales at Mori Seiki, he

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01:13:29

244 Junko Kubokawa, Ex- President, Croda Japan

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2025/04/19

Previously she was General Manager Nutrition and Health BASF Japan, Deputy Region Head Asia Pacific and Sales Head Japan, BL Home & Personal care, Ciba Inc. She has a BA in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Tokyo University and an MBA from INSEAD Her leadership philosophy reveals a thoughtful, people-centered, and culturally nuanced approach. As President of Croda Japan, her leadership has been shaped by decades of experience in global pharmaceutical and specialty chemicals firms, combined with personal

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01:02:27

243 Alberto Fochesato Managing Director of Würth...

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2025/04/11

Previously Alberto was Sales Director-Industry APA in HoChiMinh, Sales Director-Industry APA Shanghai, Sales Director -South/East China Shanghai, Purchasing and Logistic Assistant Manager CTC Clatronic Padova Italy, HR & Market support Driving Force Asia Shanghai, Timesharing sales Representative Interval International Italy He has a BA and MA from Universita Ca’ Foscari Venezia. Alberto offers a rich and reflective account of his leadership journey and philosophy in his interview. A linguist by

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01:00:45

242 Maxime Hotelier, Cluster General Manager Tokyo,...

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2025/04/04

Previously Maxime was General Manager Klimpton Shinjuku Tokyo, Food and Beverage Performance Manager IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, Senior Champagne Brand Ambassador Pernod Ricard, Restaurant Manager & Chef Sommelier IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, Restaurant Manager & Sommelier Relais & Chateaux, Restaurant Manager Windsor Hotel Toyo Resort and Spa Hokkaido Japan He studied at the Albert de Mun Hotel School, Paris VII Summary In this interview with Maxime, leadership is presented not as a title or

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