【CEO's Business Quiz】Can you handle a direct question from a Japanese manager?　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Hi, I'm SHIMPEI. I have 25 years of experience as a CEO in Japan and overseas. In a Japanese meeting, "straight honesty" can sometimes be a "risky trap." Look at the screenshot from my original lesson material (Scenario 01). Situation: Your manager asks about a product with falling sales: 「現場ではどう思っている？ (What's the feedback from the field?)」 Which answer is the "safest" and most professional in a Japanese office? A: 正直、このモデルはもう売れません。 B: 最近、少し売りにくさを感じています。 C: 販売方法について、少し整理が必要かもしれません。 Think like a Japanese professional! Each choice is grammatically correct, but only one protects your reputation and moves the business forward. The Answer: I'll share the "logic of Japanese management" in my next post or during my trial lesson. If you're serious about succeeding in a Japanese company, check my profile for more details. #Japanese #BusinessJapanese #WorkingInJapan #italki