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Scaling Japan
FounderTyson Batino
Number of employees
170

Scaling Japan is a business podcast focused on aiding business owners and entrepreneurs in Japan to expand their operations. The podcast delves into various business aspects such as recruitment, marketing, s

ales, and operations, offering practical advice and insights from experts and successful business personalities in Japan. The host is 3x  entrepreneur, Tyson Batino, now a business advisor/coach in Japan. [1] [2] [3].

Startups and Investment in Japan

Episodes in this category discuss topics such as the startup ecosystem in Japan, including the roles of incubators and accelerators in supporting early-stage ventures, aspects of venture and corporate venture capital, and perspectives on utilizing innovation and R&D departments of overseas universities for global entrepreneurship [4]. Additionally, specific regions in Japan, like Aichi and Nagoya, are examined, focusing on their suitability for startups and the support programs available in these areas [5]. Guests from established companies, such as MUFG, have been featured to share insights on corporate venture capital [6].

Sales in Japan

These episodes address topics including negotiation techniques within the Japanese context, the impact of cultural nuances on sales in Japan, and approaches to developing and sustaining client relationships. The episodes examine both challenges and opportunities in the Japanese market, such as the practice of relationship-building ('nemawashi'), and the adaptation of sales strategies to align with the expectations of Japanese consumers [7] [8].

Marketing in Japan

The episodes in this category discuss strategies for enhancing brand recognition in a market where subtlety and indirect messaging are valued, offer advice on interacting with Japanese influencers and key opinion leaders, and cover topics such as website design and crowdfunding. Additionally, they explore the influence of cultural trends on consumer behavior [9] [10].

Scaling Japan Episodes

Episode Number Title
1 Angel investment in Japan with Yuki Shirato
2 HR Explained with Rina Sakuraba
3 Foreign Firms with Japan Market Entry with Harry Hakuei Kosato
4 Scaling Companies and Delegation with Sylvain Pierre
5 3 Trends to Guide Your Business
6 How to Grow from 1-10 Employees with Nathan Hoernig
7 How to Get Japanese Government Money for Your Business with Miho Tanaka
8 How to Establish Business Partnerships with Fariza Abidova
9 Scaling Rapidly Through Partnership with Pascal Gerbert-Gaillard
10 Seeking investment in Japan with Terrie Lloyd
11 Growing Through Venture Capital in Japan with Jordan Fisher
12 Early Stage Investment in Japan with Haruka Takamori
13 How to Improve Sales in Japan with Fuminori Gunji
14 How to Conduct Sales in Japan with Beau Becker
15 Understanding the Difference Between Account vs Route Sales
16 Growing Your Business through Word of Mouth with Helen Iwata
17 Implementing a Workable B2B Sales Strategy in Japan with Fuminori Gunji
18 Sales Framework Explained with Mari Ono
19 Japanese Startup Cities with Akiko Nakagawa from Fukuoka GSC
20 Corporate Venture Capital in Japan with Makoto Shibata
21 IPO Process in Japan with Nalin Advani
22 Banking and Loans in Japan
23 Startup Incubators and Accelerators with Erdinç and Yu Li
24 Introduction to Japan Market Entry with Maor Shawrtz
25 Finding Product Market Fit with Timothy Connor
26 Strategic Leadership in Japan with Timothy Connor
27 Distribution in Japan with Vincent Nicol
28 Tech Market Entry in Japan with John Kirch
29 Crowdfunding in Japan with Vincent Nicol
30 Japan Market Entry and Research with Andrew Edsall
31 E-commerce in Japan with Arisa Ueno
32 Launching a Japanese product/service abroad with Benjamin Boas
33 Tourism Industry in Japan with Fumiko Yoshida
34 Understanding Japanese Consumers with Polina Oba
35 Marketing and Sales for B2B SAAS Products with Evan Burkosky
36 Using Channel Partners in Japan with John Kirch
37 Types of Sales Frameworks in Japan with Evan Burkosky
38 Selling to the Government with Ruth Jarman
39 Purchasing a Franchise with Ziv Nakajima-Magen
40 Part One of VCs in Japan with Schyler Alexandra Cole
41 State of Startups in Japan in 2023 with Tim Romero
42 Part Two of VCs in Japan with Schyler Alexandra Cole
43 Part Two of Selling to the Government with Ruth Jarman
44 Pitch Decks with Schyler Alexandra Cole
45 Japanese Business Culture with Rochelle Kopp
46 Japanese Business Manners with Rochelle Kopp
47 Startups in Sapporo with Miho Tanaka
48 Startups in Shibuya with Yoshiro Tasaka
49 Part Three of Selling to the Government with Ruth Jarman
50 Starting a Restaurant with William Ryan
51 Corporate Venture Capital Part 2 with Gerrard Lai
52 System Integrators in Japan with Younes Hairej
53 Startups in Kobe with Yoshi Nishikawa
54 Startups in Aichi and Nagoya with Satoru & Akihiro
55 Hiring a Japanese Business Developer with Takashi Nishida
56 Getting a PoC Done in Japan with John Kirch
57 Japan Startup Ecosystem in 2023 with Joshua Flannery
58 Japan startup Ecosystem in 2023 part 2 with Joshua Flannery
59 How to Design Japanese Websites with Goki Sawada
60 Social Media in Japan with Dustin Ikeda
61 SEO Marketing in Japan with Jeff Crawford

Host

Tyson Batino, the host, has experience in growing a company to 170 employees and in the development of successful businesses. His knowledge in operations, leadership, marketing, sales, and personal growth contributes to the podcast, providing insights for leaders interested in business expansion in Japan [11] [12] [13] [14]

References:

  1. ^ Japan, Scaling (2023-10-17). "Top Japan Business and Professional Life Podcasts in 2023". Business in Japan. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  2. ^ "Learn about the Mentors helping entrepreneurs in our program". The Founder Institute. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
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  4. ^ "Incubators and Accelerators in Japan with Erdinç and Yu Li - Scaling Japan". 2022-09-22. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  5. ^ "Startups in Kobe with Yoshi Nishikawa - Scaling Your Company". 2023-10-04. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  6. ^ "GERRARD LAI". MUFG Innovation Partners. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  7. ^ "Marketing and Sales for B2B SAAS Products with Evan Burkosky - Scaling Your Company". 2023-02-23. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  8. ^ "Understanding Route vs Account Sales with Mari Ono - Scaling Your Company". Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  9. ^ "SEO Marketing in Japan with Jeff Crawford - Scaling Your Company". 2024-01-14. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  10. ^ "Marketing and Sales for B2B SAAS Products with Evan Burkosky - Scaling Your Company". 2023-02-23. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  11. ^ Author, No (2020-06-08). "Tyson Batino". The Japan Times. Retrieved 2024-02-07. {{ cite web}}: |last= has generic name ( help)
  12. ^ "About Me - Scaling Your Company". Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  13. ^ "Tyson Batino : 3X Entrepreneur, Marketer, Startup Mentor & Coach". Tyson Batino : CEO of Scaling Your Company. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
  14. ^ "Ruth Marie Jarman Featured On April 1st Episode Of Scaling Japan Podcast | Jarman International KK". 2023-04-06. Retrieved 2024-02-07.