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SHIMPEI
Professional Teacher【CEO's Interview Coach】Are you making this common mistake in Japanese interviews?
Hi, I'm SHIMPEI. With 25 years of experience as a CEO, I've interviewed hundreds of candidates.
One question always comes up: "What is your strength? (あなたの強みは何ですか?)"
Many candidates answer with: "I have strong leadership." "I have great communication skills."
CEO's Reality Check: In a Japanese business context, these direct claims can actually sound weak or untrustworthy.
Look at my lesson material. I teach the "Rules of Paraphrasing" (言い換えのルール) to transform these vague statements into powerful, evidence-based answers that impress Japanese managers.
Don't just translate your resume. Let's build your professional logic together. Check my profile for an interview prep session!
#JapaneseInterview #CareerJapan #BusinessJapanese #italki
Jan 29, 2026 10:34 PM
SHIMPEI
Language Skills
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
Learning Language
English
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