Nov 26

Job Market Update

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I was in touch with a couple recruiters from Japanese staffing/recruiting firms this past week, and it sounds like there really are no job listings right now, at least from Japanese companies seeking Americans with some level of Japanese ability.  The one glimmer of light was a comment that, starting in 2009, Japanese HR managers may be more open to hiring given that down markets are always a good time to hire talented people.

So buckle your seatbelt and be creative and proactive if you’re in the market for a job.  And by all means make use of JetWit and the JET alumni network.  (And any other networks you have too, for that matter.)  Most of all, remember that every challenge offers new opportunities.  It’s just a matter of figuring out what they are.  Ganbarimashou!