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A Process For Quality
A formal quality assurance process can improve nearly any type of business, as American quality assurance guru W. Edwards Deming proved with the Japanese car industry. Perhaps it's time we took the quality process as seriously as the Japanese. Here's an overview of Deming's approach.

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American Inventor Simon Cowell
American Idol fans throughout the country know him as the ruthless judge on the hugely popular televised nation-wide singing competition. But, there is more to this Sony/BMG music producer than meets the eye. From American Idol to American Inventor, Simon Cowell has demonstrated his knack for producing hit shows and has confirmed his declaration of being “a serial entrepreneur.”

Mr. Electronics: Morita Brings Sony to Life
World War II may have ended, but for many countries, the years following proved to be the even more difficult ones. Japan was one of those countries. Almost every single large city in Japan had been damaged, along with their industries and transportation networks. Food shortages were rampant, not to mention the fact that nearly 3 million able bodied workers had been killed during the war. In short, Japan was devastated and, if it was going to recover, it would have to start rebuilding from scratch.

Lesson #4: Challenge Conventions and Break the Mould
In 1989, along with the outspoken Japanese politician Ishihara Shintaro, Morita co-authored a book about Japan’s economic rise called, “The Japan That Can Say No.” In it, Morita criticized American business for what he saw as the “hollowing out” of the country’s economy. Specifically, he thought their focus on mergers and acquisitions, and relocating operations overseas, was taking away from the creation of real manufacturing power.

A Simple Friendship
An account of how relationships are formed in Japan. Good to consider such subtlety when you want to make a better relationship with someone.

The Train Keeps on Rolling ...
There's the "imminent" threat to American economic pre-eminence from China and India. There was a similar, "on our last legs" threat 25 years ago from Japan. And economist and former MIT biz-school dean Lester Thurow claimed a decade or so ago that Europe would eclipse us in the years (or was it weeks?) to come.
Personal Branding: How to Market and Position Yourself
The problem is that most people bungle their best opportunity to position themselves in their client's mind by using their title or occupation to answer the “What do you do?” question. Depending on the type of business you are in, each time that question is asked, it could be worth thousands of dollars. When you position yourself by title or occupation, you put yourself into a box that at least half the people you meet, will never care to open.
5 Favorite Education Small Business Opportunities
The business world looks bleak right now, but educating the next generation is never a declining occupation. Here are some great opportunities for the entrepreneurial educator.
Is Oprah The Only African American Woman Entrepreneur America Will Allow Success
Black Women,Is Oprah The Only African American Woman Entrepreneur America Will Allow Success? How African-American Women Entrepreneurs Can Capitalize In The Business World Now that We Have The 1st African American First Lady As An Example
Yen/Yang?
In this article, Mike Conlon expresses his opinion about the trend of the pair USD/JPY. There could be a major reversal technically due to the huge hammer price action. Fundamentally, Japan reported that consumer price fell a record 2.4% as deflation is putting further pressure on a already fragile Japanese economy. Also, Bank of Japan Officials and others are trying to talk down the Yen, whose strength could harm Japan’s export. Meanwhile, there is a vocal saying that the US will not going to let the US dollar completely tank.
Getting a Job in Japan Japanese Speaking Ability...While Not a Requirement, Has Its Advantages
Okay, well a common question I get when I meet people currently living in Japan as well as traveling through Japan is "do I need to speak Japanese to get a job in Japan?" To answer this question, it really depends on what exactly you mean by a job. Are you looking for something fun that will provide you with a salary and some freedom, or are you looking for something more, such as a career, something that will provide you with a nice salary and potential growth and career advancement?
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