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You Have to Be a Good Listener As a Worker in Japan

You Have to Be a Good Listener As a Worker in Japan Non-Japanese people often say Japanese are good listeners. The Japanese have an expression, “Hear one, understand 10.” In other words, listen carefully for both what is said and what is not said. The Japanese are masters at reading between the lines. Early in […]

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Work in Japan: Japan Biz Cultural Words
Perseverance Is Required: You Are Expected to be Focused at Work in Any Circumstance in Japan

Perseverance Is Required: You Are Expected to be Focused at Work in Any Circumstance in Japan If you have spent any time in Japan, you know how distracting everyday life can be. One is bombarded with other people’s noise from morning to night—on the trains, over loud speakers in public areas, and even at home […]

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