Based in Japan and an expert in business, today’s guest is very clear and direct on how to get things done at a rapid pace. Steven Bleistein has a multicultural background and his experiences living and working globally have created a fascinating approach to organisational change. Currently, Steven works with senior leaders in the Japanese market but proves in this episode that change and culture is defined by the leaders, not their location.

Listen to this episode to learn what gets in the way of executing change and getting things done at a pace that makes sense. There are several things that a leader has to face when it comes to organisational change and Steven is very concise in his communication of his tried-and-true approach.

What We Talked About in This Episode:

Steven’s Background, Career, and Expertise in Japanese Business

The Universal Language of Value

Being Persistent and Avoid Fear of Failure

What Separates Successful and Unsuccessful Leaders

Distinct Corporate Cultures

The Importance of Pace

Change Your Mindset Through Behavior

Professionalism and Discipline

Success Determine Mindset

Steven’s Approach to Creating Change Fast

The Bottleneck of Success

The Refraction Layer

The Problems Causing Performance Deficit

How We Approach Performance Deficit

The Reason Behind Lack of Progress

Never Take No For An Answer

Steven’s Book Recommendation and Daily Rituals

About Our Guest:

Steven Bleistein, CEO and founder of Relansa, Inc., and author of Rapid Organizational Change is one of those rare international experts who bridges Western and Japanese business thinking. Fluent in Japanese and French, Steve has attracted clients from businesses such as Adidas, Michelin, AIG Group and Barilla. Working with leaders and their teams, Steve helps both Japanese and international companies create their own new realities. Prior to Relansa, Steve represented the Balanced Scorecard Institute in Japan. Steve helped companies achieve new heights with his expertise in strategy and strategy management. Steve serves as Vice Chair of the Independent Business Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan, where he takes an active role in supporting entrepreneurial and leadership capabilities inside Japanese companies. In addition, Steve serves on the board of Tsukuba International School, supporting the school’s leadership on the path toward full International Baccalaureate certification. Steve holds a PhD in computer science and an International MBA. He is a U.S. citizen by birth, and an Australian citizen by naturalization.

 

         Connect with Steven Bleistein:

* https://www.relansa.co.jp/

         Links and Resources:

* Relansa Website

* Steven Bleistein on LinkedIn

* Rapid Organizational Change by Steven Bleistein

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