Japanese Companies Lack Two Success Factors to Win in the Global Age
A 28-year-old Chinese entrepreneur is on a mission to change that
Japan, it is often said, is an insular country. The gulf between Japan and the world appears to be a massive chasm that is extremely difficult to bridge.
First, most Japanese businesspeople do not possess sufficient English skills to navigate the global market. The Japanese language must seem to be insurmountable for many foreigners who want to work with Japanese businesses.
Secondly, it is also well-known that Japanese decision-making processes sacrifice speed for consensus. They often present a challenge to non-Japanese companies that partner with them.
A 28-year-old Chinese entrepreneur is working hard to change that. Zhou Ruyi, CEO and Founder of WeGlobal, Inc, believes that Japan has a lot to offer to the world, and the world to Japan as well.
Her mission: to connect Japan with the rest of the world.
I sat down with Ruyi to understand her story and her vision.
