ビジネス日本語講座

In this episode, I examine the issue of labor shortages in Japan and the common assumption that immigration can easily solve it. I argue that this view overlooks a crucial reality: migrants are not passive labor, but active decision-makers who choose where to go. Countries must c...

In this episode, I explore why people struggle to stop being subtly arrogant or “slightly condescending,” even when it harms their relationships. I explain that this behavior is not simply a personality flaw, but a rational short-term strategy. Acting superior can create a sense ...

In this episode, I explore the idea that we are entering an era where it is no longer possible to survive without accumulated trust. Drawing from personal experiences in Bangkok with food delivery and taxis, I explain how some markets once operated with “zero trust,” relying on o...

In this episode, I explore why highly competent people can still be disliked and gradually pushed out of organizations. The issue is not simply attitude, but a deeper shift in how performance is evaluated. Through examples like customer service, I explain how accuracy and efficie...

In this episode, I share my thoughts on why many YouTube videos feel overly exaggerated and artificial. From exaggerated reactions and high-energy speaking styles to flashy thumbnails designed to provoke emotion, much of today’s content seems carefully engineered to attract atten...

In this episode, I discuss the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East from a different perspective. While news coverage often focuses on oil prices and market impacts, I explore a deeper issue: the destruction of natural resources themselves. Oil and gas are not simply commodities ...

In this episode, I discuss the future of traditional Japanese companies and offer practical advice for foreign professionals working in them. I break down how long different industries may survive, from fast-changing sectors facing disruption to more stable, regulated industries ...

In this episode, I explore why “meaningless” content can actually become a powerful tool in today’s media landscape. While most creators focus on delivering value, knowledge, or personal growth, a growing number of successful contents appear to have no clear meaning. I explain ho...

In this episode, I explore the similarities between religion and self-improvement. While they may appear different—one focusing on faith and salvation, the other on success and personal growth—they share common structures. Both offer a narrative of transformation, present guiding...

In this episode, I talk about why people can earn very different salaries even within the same industry. The key is not the job title but where you stand in the industry structure. For example, there is a big difference between working for the main company that controls the infra...

In this episode, Shigeki explores the idea of “quiet happiness” and what a peaceful life without constant struggle might look like in modern Japan. While society often celebrates people who achieve great success or overcome hardship, many of the truly content individuals appear t...

In this episode, Shigeki examines a common belief in Japanese society: that hard work and sacrifice will eventually be rewarded. Phrases like “work harder than your salary” or “suffer when you are young” are often presented as moral virtues. However, Shigeki questions whether thi...