In this episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast, we are joined once again by Timothy Connor. He has returned to introduce the right strategic leadership needed for foreign companies entering the Japan market. Timothy explains the different types of leaders needed for each stage of the cycle and how they can contribute to building and growing the company. This episode covers key points that businesses should consider when finding the right candidate to help establish and scale their company in Japan.

Links from Guest Appearance
LinkedIn
Synnovate: Timothy's market entry firm
Link to Additional Resource
Episode 25: Product Market Fit in Japan with Timothy Connor

Show Notes
(3:03) Business life cycle of companies entering the Japan market
(4:08) Importance of choosing the right leader
(6:44) Why companies might accidentally hire the wrong leaders
(8:08) Challenges of hiring in Japan
(13:52) Launch leadership explained
(15:35) Growth leadership explained
(17:33) Setting up a foundation before scaling
(20:37) Qualities of a good growth leader candidate
(21:42) How should a leader communicate
(23:33) Interim leadership explained
(32:56) Advantages and disadvantages of Japanese and foreign leaders

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Episode 26: Strategic Leadership in Japan with Timothy Connor