Did you know that changing jobs in Japan (i.e. 転職 てんしょく) is perceived differently than it is in the US? If you interview with Japanese companies or recruiters, and if you happen to have a history of job changes, you may need to convince them in your cover letter and/or interview that you are a good candidate for their job opening.
Recently, I did a webinar for Japanese employers about why job hopping isn’t such a bad thing in the US compared to Japan. If you’d like to test your nihongo-listening skills, take a peek at the YouTube video below! I think the information I share with them could be used by you as you apply 😉
(Please note that this webinar was in Japanese, and I obviously am not 100% grammatically correct by any stretch of the imagination. I was also a bit nervous and talked rather fast 😅 I’ve been studying 日本語 for over 30 years, but a lot has faded since I left Japan. My point is that you should be proud of your nihongo, mistakes and all, regardless of how long you study - - - and that it may also be a lifelong language-learning journey!)
Sincerely - どうぞよろしくお願いします。
Kasia
PS. Although the upcoming Feb 16th career event is in Michigan, it doesn't mean the jobs are Michigan-based or that the candidates are looking just for Michigan jobs. So if you are fortunate to travel, please do! It will be an excellent opportunity for employers & job seekers to connect with each other over the hard-to-find skill that is the Japanese language and culture. Registration information below ⬇️
