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According to Khan Smith ✔️ from RGF Professional Recruitment Japan, Japan's hiring market saw a surge in Q2 2024, fueled by economic recovery, rising consumer spending, and wage growth. Companies focused on expanding teams to support digital transformation, sustainability, and operational efficiency, with high demand for talent skilled in AI, low-code platforms, and other emerging technologies. The need for agility in leadership and operations shaped hiring decisions as organizations navigated a rapidly changing landscape. Find out more about the job market trends in Japan by downloading our Job Market Index report below! English: https://lnkd.in/gWKPGfRX Japanese: https://lnkd.in/g-HnigVj #Jobs #JobMarket #Career #JobSearch #HR #JobMarketIndex #JobMarketTrends #hiring

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According to Khan Smith ✔️ from RGF Professional Recruitment Japan, Japan's hiring market saw a surge in Q2 2024, fueled by economic recovery, rising consumer spending, and wage growth. Companies focused on expanding teams to support digital transformation, sustainability, and operational efficiency, with high demand for talent skilled in AI, low-code platforms, and other emerging technologies. The need for agility in leadership and operations shaped hiring decisions as organizations navigated a rapidly changing landscape. Find out more about the job market trends in Japan by downloading our Job Market Index report below! English: https://lnkd.in/gWKPGfRX Japanese: https://lnkd.in/g-HnigVj #Jobs #JobMarket #Career #JobSearch #HR #JobMarketIndex #JobMarketTrends #hiring

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According to Khan Smith ✔️ from RGF Professional Recruitment Japan, Japan's hiring market saw a surge in Q2 2024, fueled by economic recovery, rising consumer spending, and wage growth. Companies focused on expanding teams to support digital transformation, sustainability, and operational efficiency, with high demand for talent skilled in AI, low-code platforms, and other emerging technologies. The need for agility in leadership and operations shaped hiring decisions as organizations navigated a rapidly changing landscape. Find out more about the job market trends in Japan by downloading our Job Market Index report below! English: https://lnkd.in/gWKPGfRX Japanese: https://lnkd.in/g-HnigVj #Jobs #JobMarket #Career #JobSearch #HR #JobMarketIndex #JobMarketTrends #hiring

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This is coming up today! "Unlocking Japan’s E-commerce Boom: Data, AI, and the Consumer Engagement Revolution" The good team at the American Chamber of Commerce Japan will have me over to talk about all things Ecommerce and Jellyfish

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✈️ As the year-end travel season approaches, it’s crucial to ensure you and your loved ones are protected while exploring the world. 🌍 We are honored that our CEO Cassandra Wee had the opportunity to share her insights with Lianhe Zaobao 联合早报 理财锦囊: 旅游在外状况多 保险未必全理赔, discussing the nuances of travel insurance and her personal claim experiences. 🛡️ Choosing the right travel insurance isn’t one-size-fits-all—it depends on your family’s travel patterns, preferences, and coverage needs. Whether it’s unexpected cancellations, medical emergencies, or lost luggage, having the right plan can save you both stress and money. AMTD PolicyPal ValueChampion https://lnkd.in/gT54SVBh

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New York City-based Payoneer has acquired Singapore-based payroll management company Skuad for $61 million U.S. in cash. We’ve seen several acquisitions in the payments space, as centralization and the desire of clients to have a single vendor handle all of their outsourced HR functions is driving industry-wide centralization. Read more while this article is out from the paywall for a limited time. #payoneer #Skuad #recruitment #marketplaces

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📢 Big News for Proptech in Japan! 🚀 Japanese proptech startup estie, inc. has just closed a JPY 2.8 billion (US$20 million) Series B round led by Vertex Growth and Development Bank of Japan Inc. (DBJ), with participation from existing investors like Globis Capital Partners, UTEC - The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners, and Global Brain Corporation. 💼🏢 With this fresh funding, estie is set to: 🔹 Accelerate its multi-product strategy  🔹 Drive strategic M&A activity 🔹 Recruit top talent to scale up 🔹 Expand its presence into Southeast Asia, with Singapore as the first stop! Japan, home to the world’s third-largest commercial real estate market, presents a massive opportunity for digital transformation, particularly in improving data availability and transparency in the industry. estie is leading this charge, tackling data distribution challenges and bringing interoperable real estate services to the market. As Tam Hock Chuan, General Partner at Vertex Growth, said: “What Bloomberg has achieved for the financial industry, we believe estie is doing for the Japanese real estate sector.” With estie’s proven growth in Japan, there's excitement about how this innovative business model will thrive across Southeast Asia! 🌏 #Proptech #RealEstate #Japan #SeriesB #InvestmentNews #SoutheastAsia #StartupGrowth #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #SaaS #Singapore

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🎤 Avalon and Chloe recently teamed up with Ayala Ples from Crane Venture Partners to host an event for women leaders in early stage B2B SaaS for a GTM-focused discussion. The group shared methods for effectively engaging enterprise buyers amidst market uncertainty as well as strategies for enhancing collaboration between sales and marketing teams. 💡 Here’s what we learnt: 1️⃣ It helps to have a narrow ‘Ideal Customer Profile’ focus in the early days to deeply understand buyer personas 2️⃣ Leveraging generative AI can accelerate enterprise procurement 3️⃣ Focus on driving early adopter evangelism to create advocates in your customer base 4️⃣ Empowering product managers as content creators amplifies market resonance - they speak the language of your customers and understand pain points 5️⃣ Repetition is key: reiterate your message in various ways for organic engagement Thank you to our guest speakers Isabelle Duarte of Soldo, Talia Moyal of Gitpod, Karina Ferdi of Cycode | Complete ASPM and Aisha Tummon of Orbital Witness, for joining the panel and sharing your insights. Alongside Crane Venture Partners, we’re building a supportive ecosystem to empower women in Enterprise Software to tackle challenges and seize opportunities head-on. We’re also looking to create opportunities for women in Enterprise Tech outside of our in-person events. Sign up to be part of the discussion. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ee_yefVm

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▶︎▶︎Exciting News from Antler Japan ! Our Venture Partner, Jordan Fisher was recently featured on Abema Hills, AbemaTV, leading news program on Japan’s largest video streaming platform, discussing the critical challenges in creating and growing startups in Japan. ▶︎▶︎Feautured on Yahoo ! News https://lnkd.in/gQbMad7a ▶︎▶︎ You can watch the archived here https://lnkd.in/gN3TdkCJ This time, with over 900 applications already received from both Japan and abroad, about 20% of them are from Japanese applicants. While this may seem like a small number, it’s important to note that the barriers to entrepreneurship and language are still significant challenges that need to be overcome in Japan, as Jordan also mentioned in the interview. At Antler, we are committed to breaking down these barriers through our unique program, which is designed to empower founders and accelerate growth. If you’re looking to transform your startup idea into reality, don’t miss this opportunity. Applications are closing this week on the 7th, and only a few spots remain. #Startups #Founders #VentureCapital #Residency

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CARTA MARKETING FIRM has won the bronze award at the "LPO AWARD FIRST HALF OF 2024" organized by LeanGo 🏆🎉 The "LPO AWARD FIRST HALF OF 2024" is the first and only domestic #award in #Japan that recognizes outstanding activities and achievements among companies using #LPO to improve landing pages and websites. Award-winning companies are selected through evaluation based on the quantitative or qualitative improvement of results and their ability to stimulate the market from the perspectives of uniqueness or reproducibility. CARTA MARKETING FIRM will continue to provide value to clients mainly through #digitalmarketing, striving to solve their #marketing challenges as a marketing firm! https://lnkd.in/g4v7wRBa #mobileapp #advertising #gaming #tech #innovation #creativity #collaboration #media #businessimpact

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According to a poll conducted by Nikkei Shimbun and TV Tokyo on August 21 and 22, former environment minister Shinjiro Koizumi came out on top with 23% of the vote as the right person to be the next Japan Liberal Democratic Party president. In particular, the popularity and stability of the country were the background of the high evaluation. However, citizens who are not members of the LDP do not have the right to vote in the LDP presidential election. Therefore, even if he is popular with the public, it is unclear whether he will become the prime minister of Japan after being elected president of the LDP. There is no doubt that a new Prime Minister of Japan will be born this autumn. #primeministerjapan #leberaldemocraticpartyjapan #pmelectionjapan #ldppresidentnext #shinjirokoizumi #newprimeminister

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Revolutionizing the approach to innovation starts with the connections. What a fantastic night at the City Shapers Forum Night Affair held at SusHi Tech Tokyo! The energy was electric as inspiring innovators, startups, and industry leaders connected, exploring collaboration opportunities and fostering relationships that will shape the future of innovation. Enterprises that delay adopting LLMs are at significant risk of failure. However, navigating the complexities of integrating LLMs into infrastructure can be daunting. That's why A.I. Hakusan Inc. Founded by Zitian Zhao. offering tailored LLM solutions to transform vast, intricate data landscapes into actionable insights. Our appreciation to our VIP sponsor, AI Hakusan, and our gracious host, Aung Ba Kyaw, for providing the perfect venue for this dynamic event. A.I. Hakusan is dedicated to providing secure, user-friendly, and affordable AI services for both domestic and international businesses. Their proficiency and responsibility drive them to constantly adapt to state-of-the-art technology. From customized consultations and model training to secure private deployments, A.I. Hakusan Inc. is the trusted guide in navigating the AI revolution. https://lnkd.in/gEKqKzGA Take these insights and transform the approach—because it's not just about innovating; it's about shaping the future. P.S. How do you see the advancements in large language models transforming industries beyond traditional tech sectors, and what ethical considerations should we prioritize as we integrate these technologies into everyday life?

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Did you know that foreign investment in Japanese property has surged by more than 30%? Learn how to tap into this booming market with Hidemi Nakamura, JMEC ‘20 graduate and licensed architect. She’ll break down opportunities in hotel investments, Airbnb conversions, and more. #RealEstate #InvestmentOpportunities #JapanProperty #ArchitecturalInsights #GoConnect

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A heartfelt thank you to OnePiece Labs, KJ Jia, and Dafu Gao for delivering an incredible Web3 Advanced course! Participants shared how informative the sessions were and expressed their gratitude for your openness and transparency, saying, "We truly appreciate you sharing your expertise!" Your partnership made this course truly exceptional. Here's to more groundbreaking collaborations in the future! #Web3 #BlockchainInnovation #HarvardAlumniEntrepreneurs #OnePieceLabs #HAEOPLWeb3Bootcamp #Web3Community #Tokenomics #blockchain #DeFi #AI #NFTs #BlockchainStartups #OPLHAE

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Struggling to find top tech talent? You may be overlooking a significant talent pool. Yes, SF's Bay Area and Beijing now share 28% each of the global tech industry. Yet, cities like NYC, London still lead in trend-spotting and start-up support. Emerging markets in Southeast Asia & Africa alike are showing promising innovation due to a young tech-savvy population and robust financial backing. Diversifying your recruitment strategy could be the key to attracting fresh, dynamic talent that drives your company forward. As you mull this over, remember, no one does this alone. The recruitment landscape is sprawling and continues to evolve. At Periscope Search Group, we specialize in sourcing exceptional talent from all corners of the globe. Our experienced recruiting specialists are tapped into the global tech climate, helping you stay ahead of the curve. As you re-evaluate your recruitment stance, we're here to address any uncertainties and guide you towards a robust, future-proofed recruitment strategy. So, why wait any longer? Get in touch with a professional at Periscope Search Group. Drive your recruitment forward in with confidence.

Ada Hu, Founder and CEO of NU Media Holdings, notes how crucial authenticity is for long-term success. "Once the team gets, you know, to a certain size, it's no longer about the one-on-one, you can't really have that one-on-one, right? Nobody could get to know you on the same type of deep level as the initial five. So it's really important to, to just know who you are and say who you are and stand on your ground and attract the right people that have the same mission versus trying to change yourself to please, you know, high, like high caliber. 'cause sometimes that happens, right? I, when a company is first forming, you're trying to, you're like, oh, I come across as talent. He and she or is so talented, let's change the structure just to have this person in. But then you later you realize, you know, your missions don't align, your goals are not aligning then long term is not, not gonna work out."

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