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What if the real horror isn’t ghosts or monsters but your workplace? 💼👀

In this episode, I welcome McIsiah (Mac) Kendema, developer of Clock Out at 2, to discuss how this unique horror game sheds light on workplace stress, harassment, and toxic corporate culture.

🕒 What is Clock Out at 2?

• A horror game born from a Game Jam
• Highlights real-life workplace harassment and stress
• Features different global workplace cultures, including Japan and Korea

He also shares his insights on Japanese work culture, game localization, and the challenges of global game development. 🌍🎙️

🔍 If you're interested in game development, localization, or workplace culture, this episode is a must-listen!
💬 Share your thoughts with us! #ClockOutAt2 #GameDevelopment #WorkplaceHorror #IndieGames

ClockOutAt2 information

https://ko-fi.com/clockoutat2

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3249030/Clock_Out_at_2_Demo/

In this episode,I speak with Dan Myers, MBA, IQCP, formation Qualitindustry standards, volunteer work, and cultural influences on data management.

📌Topics & Timestamps:
1️⃣[1:13] Origins of "Conformed Dimensions of Data Quality" – Why Dan proposed this standard and its impact.
2️⃣[8:45] Volunteer Work & Cultural Influences – How his JET Program experience and community service shape his career.
3️⃣[16:34] Leadership at Miramonte Christian School – The role of data quality in education and business operations.

Listen to Dan’s insights on data management, leadership, and cross-cultural communication!

DQMatters.com

https://dqmatters.com/

His class

DQMatters.com/DQJumpstart?

Join us for an exciting chat with Ian Chun, the founder of Yunomi. life, a go-to destination for Japanese tea lovers worldwide. By teaming up with over 170 small-scale tea farms and producers in Japan, he’s bringing Japanese tea's unique flavors and culture to more than 90 countries—and making it easier than ever to enjoy a sip of Japan from anywhere!

In this episode, he discusses:

Discover how he combines expertise in online marketing, e-commerce, and international trade to empower small Japanese businesses while staying true to the essence of their culture.

You'll be able to learn more about Yunomi. life and explore their catalog: www.yunomi.life

About Richard Mort:

Caption:

(1:21) His Introduction
(12:55) 1. Could you share an episode that left a powerful impression regarding the differences between doing business in Japan and Europe?
(20:48) 2. Over your career spanning more than 25 years, could you tell us about a project or success story that you are incredibly proud of?
(28:12) 3. In an era where AI is becoming increasingly prevalent, why do you believe human content creation remains essential?
(33:15) Finally, could you share a message with the listeners?

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 𝐆𝐚𝐩: 𝐉𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬👇

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/richardmort_medica2024-linkedin-networking-activity-7261824680121044992--KV_/

Timothy Connor is an accomplished leader and entrepreneur with vast experience in startup ventures and team building. With a strong track record of driving business growth and navigating successes and challenges, he brings knowledge to those looking to grow their own businesses. In this episode, Timothy shares valuable insights on what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur, the importance of core beliefs in business, and how to learn from successes and failures.

Podcast Timetable:

(1:00) Timothy shared a brief introduction about himself.
(8:43) What core beliefs or philosophies are most important when starting a venture business?
(12:36) Can you share the most memorable successes and failures from your experiences? What did you learn from them?
(22:43) What is the most essential element for a startup to experience rapid growth?
(28:04) As a leader, how do you motivate and foster growth within your team?
(37:28) How do you perceive "failure" in business and leverage it for success?
(46:00) How do you relax and spend your time? Can you share any hobbies you enjoy?
(51:08) Message to the Audience

Books Recommended by Timothy Connor:

During the episode, Timothy shared two books that have greatly influenced his approach to entrepreneurship and leadership. These books are highly recommended for anyone looking to dive deeper into these subjects. Check them out below:

SYNNOVATE

https://www.synnovate.jp/

Introduction to Batino Tyson:

Timestamps:

About This Episode:

Be sure to check it out!

Scaling Your Company

https://scalingyourcompany.com/

Tyson Batino

linkedin.com/in/tysonbatino

Ed Thompson, with over 20 years of experience in Japan and APAC’s advertising industry, leads Concept Design. He drives multinational success through creative and innovative strategies that accelerate business growth.

1. (3:52) What are some of your most memorable achievements, and what strategies helped you reach them?

2. (11:09) How could you approach understanding client needs? Could you share a particularly memorable episode?

3. (17:14) Given the constant evolution in marketing, what trends or technologies have you been focusing on, and how do you see them impacting your business?

4. (28:08) What have you implemented to increase customer loyalty, and do you have any specific success stories?

5. (32:37) What are your business goals moving forward? Are there any new areas you’re excited to explore?

6. (45:522) What do you enjoy doing outside of work? Do your hobbies or interests influence your approach to business?

1. Ed manages his company while also teaching at various universities, referring to his teaching as a 'part-time’ labor of love. He has been instructing in the continuing education program at Temple University Japan (TUJ) for over 20 years, something which he says somewhat surprises him since he never expected that to be the case. 

He continues to lecture at TUJ because it allows him to learn while interacting with others, and thereby gain wider viewpoints and develop deeper insights. That has proven invaluable alongside his work as a marketing consultant over the past few decades while directing his portfolio of accounts at Concept Design (https://conceptdesign.io/work). 

2. He emphasizes the importance of using research-based approaches to accurately capture client needs. However, efforts to alignresearch findings as much as possible with the reality of the marketplace can lead to delays in achieving expected results. 

It is critical to quickly identify any misalignment between client needs and market realities to make necessary adjustments.

5. Ed’s future business goals can be condensed into several key points.First, he is regularly engaged in collaborations and consultations on assignments with embassies and larger international companies.  However, his upcoming focus is for next year’s upcoming Osaka Expo 2025 (https://conceptdesign.io/consulting).  Additionally, he is committed to professional education and is exploring ways to disseminate information worldwide, leveraging his experience teaching at corporations and universities. Recently, he has spent time collecting content from the numerous personal training and coaching sessions he’s delivered with Concept Design / COACHING / (https://conceptdesign.io/coaching).  This has led to launch of his new online learning platform called Concept Design / ACADEMY / (https://conceptdesign.io/academy-page).

When creating the academy, he initially prioritized marketing, but he further reflected on his own past experiences and path to success. He realized he needed to add topics covering career, management and organizational development to ensure participants can gain valuable insights regardless of their career stage.

6. He also mentioned that while discussing ideas with emerging startups, he will sometimes realize that his thinking may not align with upcoming trends. So he considers engaging with a wide variety of people to sustain creativity is a good approach.

He encourages those interested in their career advancement and marketing and to check out the Concept Design / ACADEMY / (https://academy.conceptdesign.io/).  

Final Words from Ed.
He encourages those interested in their career advancement and marketing and to check out the Concept Design / ACADEMY / (https://academy.conceptdesign.io/).  

He believes his academy can be a valuable resource for your career and work-related challenges. He also suggests you inquire with your companies about educational subsidies covering registration costs.

In this insightful episode, Dean H. Yoshimoto, a seasoned U.S.-based CPA with deep experience in American and Japanese tax systems, discusses the complexities of managing cross-border taxes. Please listen to Dean’s valuable insights and advice on tax strategies for international professionals and learn from his career journey and personal interests.

Here’s a breakdown of the episode:

Guest: Erin Mao, a bilingual recruitment specialist at Robert Walters, focuses on connecting top talent with opportunities in the mobility engineering sector. With experience in Japanese and international work cultures, Erin navigates the challenges of finding skilled candidates in a globalized industry.

Episode Overview: In this episode, Erin discusses the critical skills needed for recruitment, the increasing role of software and AI in mobility engineering, and the importance of building relationships with clients and candidates. She also reflects on the differences in work culture between Japan and overseas and shares some of her interests.

Questions:

1. (1:51)The most essential skills in your current position

2. (5:55)Skills and knowledge needed in the mobility engineering field

3. (11:09)Lessons learned from working at Robert Walters

4. (14:58) Building relationships with clients and candidates

5. (18:53)Collaboration within the mobility engineering team

6. (22:46)Hobbies and personal interests

If you find this episode interesting and want to connect with Erin Mao, please get in touch with her via the LinkedIn link below!

Erin Mao⬇️

https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-mao/

Kanji Mail

http://www-kanjimail-jp.mailerpage.io

Eoghan Champkin He is an English teacher and lesson creator at Gold Lion English School. Committed to making learning English fun, Eoghan focuses on teaching kids and creating engaging lessons that inspire a love for the language. In this episode, Eoghan shares his experiences and insights into teaching English in Japan.

In this episode:

If you're interested in his lessons, you can check out his page through the link below.

Eoghan Champkin's LinkedIn page

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eoghan-champkin-535b19211/

Kanji Mail

http://www-kanjimail-jp.mailerpage.io