Executive Search in Japan
🎙️ Executive Search in Japan
Unlock the secrets of Japan’s elite hiring landscape. From C-suite strategies to cross-cultural insights, this podcast dives deep into the world of executive recruitment in one of the world’s most unique and challenging markets. Whether you're a global talent scout, a leadership candidate, or simply curious about how top-tier hiring works in Japan—this is your front-row seat.
🔎 Candid interviews, expert analysis, and the stories behind the headhunting headlines.
Episodes
19 episodes
Legal Gold Rush: Cracking Japan’s Most Elusive Talent Market
Japan’s legal recruitment landscape is a paradox: booming demand, razor-thin supply, and an unforgiving cultural maze. In this episode of Executive Recruiting in Japan, we break down why top legal talent is so scarce, what clients real...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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23:29
How to Earn 50 Million Yen a Year—Recruiting in Japan’s Executive Market
💰 In this high-energy episode of Executive Search in Japan, we reveal how ambitious recruiters are earning 50 million yen per year—sometimes more—in one of the world’s most talent-hungry markets. This is the inside story of Japan’s ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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19:59
The Sweet Way to Hire: Mastering Japan’s Executive Edge
Think hiring executives in Japan is about networking and luck? Think again.🎙️In this special episode of Executive Search in Japan, we’re unlocking 77 powerful lessons from The FocusCore Podcast, led by veteran headhunter Dr. Dav...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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18:24
Samurai Salaries & Shifting Loyalties: What Really Moves Japan’s Executives
In Japan’s executive market, money may open doors—but respect, harmony, and a sense of purpose are what really seal the deal.🎙️In this captivating episode, Executive Search in Japan unpacks the complex motivations behind career ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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11:40
Golden Handcuffs: The Hidden Dangers of Counter-Offers in Japan
In Japan’s high-stakes executive job market, a counter-offer can feel like validation—more money, a slicker title, a silent nod of approval from leadership. But often, it's the velvet trap that stalls your career trajectory for good.🎙️In...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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13:07
The Talent Mirage: Why Hiring in Japan Breaks All the Rules
Recruiting in Japan isn’t just hard—it’s an illusion. 🎙️In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we pull back the curtain on why Japan’s executive hiring market looks promising, yet delivers mirages. Conventional globa...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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16:23
Whispers That Matter: Reputation, Blacklists & the Hidden Risks in Japan’s Executive Search
In Japan’s executive world, your reputation speaks louder than your resume—and sometimes, it whispers behind closed doors.🎙️In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we expose the invisible forces that shape hiring decisions...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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13:49
Quit for Hire: Inside Japan’s Proxy Resignation Trend
What happens when you’re too nervous to quit your job yourself? In Japan’s latest cultural twist, frustration meets innovation—enter resignation agencies, where you pay someone else to say "I quit" for you.In this episo...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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15:12
Underwriters & Headhunters: Cracking Japan’s Insurance Recruitment Code
Welcome back to the Executive Search in Japan podcast. Japan’s insurance sector is massive—but finding top talent remains a high-stakes game. In this episode, we dive into the elite world of insurance recruitment in Japan, where biling...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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11:50
Suits on Fire: Inside Japan’s Booming Executive Job Market
Welcome back to the Executive Search in Japan podcast! Japan's executive job market is sizzling — and it’s not a short-lived spike. Join us as we shine a spotlight on why CEOS, CFOs, GMs, and MDs are in unprecedented demand ac...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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15:58
Breakthrough Leaders: Foreign Executives Navigating Japan’s Corporate Waters
This episode of Executive Search in Japan explores the fascinating and often unpredictable journey of foreign executives leading in Japan. While multinational firms often tap non-Japanese talent for key roles in Japan, the road to lead...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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12:28
Executive Search in Private Equity: The Power Player Pipelines in Japan
🎧Japan’s private equity (PE) landscape is evolving rapidly — and so are the talent demands fueling its growth. In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we explore how PE firms are reshaping leadership expectations, accelerating th...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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12:25
The Rise of the CHRO — Talent Leaders Shaping Japanese Work Culture
In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we explore how the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) role in Japan is evolving from a behind-the-scenes administrative position to one of the most strategically vital functions...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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18:08
AI in Headhunting: Smarter Searches or Ethical Minefields in Japan?
🎙️ In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we explore the promise and pitfalls of Artificial Intelligence in Japan’s executive search industry. While AI offers powerful tools for automating candidate discovery, reactivating dorma...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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13:20
Salary Shock: Why Employers in Japan Are Paying More Than Ever
🎙️Welcome back to Executive Search in Japan.In 2025, Japan is experiencing its most dramatic shift in compensation dynamics in over three decades. Wage growth is breaking records—yet real wages continue to fall, creating a parad...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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18:43
The Bilingual CFO: Japan’s Most Wanted Executive
🎙️Welcome to another episode of Executive Search in Japan.In today’s briefing, we explore one of the most sought-after profiles in Japan’s executive landscape: the bilingual Chief Financial Officer. As Japanese companies ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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17:02
35% Placement Fees and No LinkedIn: Why Japan’s Hiring Market Is Different
🎙️Welcome back to the Executive Search in Japan podcast. In this episode, we unpack one of the most frequently misunderstood aspects of the Japanese talent market: Why recruitment agency fees are the highest in the worl...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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15:37
Tokyo’s Talent Shake-Up: The Rise of Next-Gen Recruiters
🎙️Welcome back to the Executive Search in Japan podcast. In this episode, we explore how Japan’s recruitment industry is undergoing a profound transformation—driven by demographic pressure, shifting economic priorities, and emerging te...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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10:54
Why Executive Search Matters in Japan’s Future
🎙️Welcome to the debut episode of Executive Search in Japan. Today, we dive into why Japan’s executive search market is not only growing rapidly — but is also vital to the nation’s economic transformation.Valued at USD 1.24 b...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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16:41