Business Success Japan Groupism and Nommunication: Minae-san on Building Strong Business Relationships in Japan
In this interview, Minae-san explains the concept of Groupism in Japanese culture, as well as the importance of Nommunication in a Japanese business setting. We explore how Japanese professionals work to develop and maintain relationships, as well as how it ties into Japanese cultural values as a whole.
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Today's phrase:
とんでもありません
to-n-de-mo a-ri-ma-se-n
Meaning: "it's no big deal" or "you're welcome"
Minae-san's links:
-email: GENJ.msawai@gmail.com
-website: https://www.cgp.org/exchange_network_japan_program
-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GENJofMichigan/
-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genj.michigan/
-Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/japan-foundation/
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