- a conversation with Natsuyo N. Lipschutz How often in your life do you say, “Yes, but”? Have you realized that when you do that, you’re not really saying “Yes” at all? You’re not truly accepting what the other person says. Instead, notice...
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Speaking Is Healing
- a conversation with Natsuyo N. Lipschutz If you’re like most people, you probably think that public speaking is terrifying, right? But Japan-born Natsuyo N. Lipschutz has a different perspective - and that’s not just because she’s a professional speaker in the U.S....
Stop The “Gaman”
- A conversation with Anne Crescini Have you ever fully considered that the Japanese concept of “gaman” (putting up with things) has a positive and a negative side, depending on the situation? For example, in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, we have to gaman as...
Always Ask Why
- A conversation with Anne Crescini Public speaking is nerve-wracking for most normal people. But can you imagine a child with a stutter ultimately making a career out of speaking in front of people - in her non-native language? How did she get here? Through curiosity...
Are You A Leader Or A Victim?
- A conversation with Haruko Kawashima When you face a difficult situation, do you keep crying, yelling, and complaining? Or do you start to look for something better - a solution, perhaps? This second approach is a sign that you’re a leader. Leadership isn’t about...
Stop Pushing Your Way To Success
- A conversation with Lisa Carpenter Let me ask you, how HARD are you working to succeed in your professional and personal life? What are you doing regularly that - when you actually stop and think about it - really isn’t good for your health, your relationships, or...
Avoid Typical Business Communication Mistakes
- A conversation with Manners Hiroko Have you ever stopped to think about how manners can impact your business performance and job satisfaction? If you’re like most people, probably not, right? Manners isn’t just saying “please” and “thank you.” It’s not just knowing...
Be Present In The Moment
- An interview with visionary artist Joan Marie When you see amazingly talented people - businesswomen, athletes, artists - it can be difficult to imagine that they ever lacked self-esteem. In fact, many of these people (maybe all?), have questioned their own...
What Matters Most Is What You Think Of Yourself
- A conversation with Kumiko Sugihara Kumiko is an ordinary Japanese woman who made an extraordinary transformation. After leaving her high-performing corporate career to be a stay-at-home mum, she completely lost her confidence. She felt embarrassed and useless...
Take The Shortcut To Success
- An Interview with Emiko Rasmussen If you’re like many Japanese women, you may hesitate to speak up or have a different opinion from others in corporate meetings. You don’t want to be seen as bossy or too direct or not caring. That’s the potential cost of being bold...
If Your Mind Says No, That Means Go
- An Interview with Emiko Rasmussen Emiko Rasmussen says she had a crush on me from the moment she saw my 2016 TEDx Talk! Even though she thought I probably wouldn’t respond, she decided to be brave and contact me through social media. That was the start of our lovely...
Bring A Spark Of Love Into Everything
- An interview with Hilary DeCesare Did you know that Valentine’s Day in Japan is VERY different from in other countries? For example, while women in Japan are busy buying or making chocolates for those they love (as well as for those they may not love so much…),...