How to hire top engineers in a competitive Japanese job market?Hiring engineers in Tokyo is not easy.Jul 6, 2021Jul 6, 2021
Why Japan needs more tech founders?To answer that question, we’re sitting down today with Shin Iwata, founder and CEO of Miraise, a seed fund focused on engineer-led…May 11, 2021May 11, 2021
What’s wrong with engineering salaries in Japan?Engineering salaries in Japan have had a reputation of being really low compared to other parts of the world, especially Europe or the US…Dec 1, 20201Dec 1, 20201
Brainstorming on new startup ideas? Here are five mistakes to avoid ⚠️In this article, I will share my takeaways on a few subtle mistakes to avoid when trying to find new product ideas, and how to avoid them!Oct 19, 2020Oct 19, 2020
Making decisions, the Advice Process wayOf all the collaborative practices we put in place as part of our flat organization at Officience, the advice process might be the most…Jan 23, 2017Jan 23, 2017
The ultimate 2016 books reviewIt’s almost become a ritual for me, sitting down in my parents’ living room, looking at our gifts-heavy (probably some books in there)…Dec 24, 20161Dec 24, 20161
Tokyo Startup People: Meeting Shingo from Impact HUB TokyoDuring my first couple of months discovering Tokyo’s startup ecosystem, I mostly focused on two aspects that I think are critical: spaces…Nov 2, 2016Nov 2, 2016
A newcomer’s journey into Tokyo Startup EcosystemPlus some personal “oh-did-you-figure-that-out-yourself” thoughts!Oct 4, 20161Oct 4, 20161
Starting up Officience JapanIn June 2013, after yet another visit from potential Japanese customers, an old dream of mine resurfaced: Making the leap and go settle in…Sep 20, 20162Sep 20, 20162