Connection is Key for Solo Founders in Japan with Philippe Khin

Philippe Khin is the founder of the language exchange app SewaYou. Fluent in Cambodian, French, English, and Japanese with an N1 certification, his app focuses on helping people connect in-person to build stronger language and communication skills.

Topics covered in today's episode include: 

-How (and why) to speed up your eligibility for permanent residency in Japan.

-Time management and avoiding burnout as a solo founder.

-Why it’s most effective to focus on addressing people’s pain points to influence them.

-The staying power of in-person networking, especially in the Tokyo startup community.

Philippe's Links:

SewaYou: https://www.sewayou.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-khin/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/philippekhin

Twitter: https://twitter.com/philippekhin

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