When Engagement Scores Reveal What Trust Scores Would Say

When a pharmaceutical subsidiary in Japan received engagement scores of 9%—compared to 23% globally—the country head's first instinct was to blame the survey. But the real question cut deeper: If 93% of employees are disengaged, what does that reveal about trust in leadership? Through the story of Mike and his leadership team navigating cultural expectations and personal blind spots, this article explores what leaders can control when they can't control the corporate dashboard—and why waiting for the perfect trust initiative means losing the talent you can't afford to lose.

Generations at the Table: Getting Intergenerational Teams Right in Japan

Intergenerational teams are no longer the exception- they’re the reality.
We explore how to get the best out of these diverse teams by drawing on Belbin’s team role research and our work with leadership teams in Japan. From uncovering hidden strengths to navigating generational dynamics, we share what helps these teams thrive - and what holds them back.

Leadership, Teams, TransformationKarin WellbrockJune 1, 2025Leadership, Team dynamics, Team leadership

Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges: The Masaki Wakabayashi CEO Blueprint at GE Healthcare Japan

In this comprehensive dialogue, Masaki Wakabayashi, the President, and CEO of GE Healthcare Japan, unfolds his journey and the pivotal experiences that shaped his leadership style, his drive for excellence, and his profound commitment to fostering a culture of diversity, openness, and innovation within the organization.

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