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 Workplace Readiness Program

A Signature Cross-Cultural Soft Skills Program by Datbots Academy

Preparing Japanese professionals to succeed in India — with confidence, clarity, and cultural intelligence.

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Why This Program Exists

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As Japanese companies expand operations in India, technical excellence alone is not enough.
Success depends on clear communication, effective leadership, and cultural understanding.

Many Japan–India business challenges arise not from strategy or skill — but from unspoken expectations, communication styles, and workplace norms.

The Japan–India Workplace Readiness Program by Datbots Academy is designed to bridge this gap.

 

What Makes This Program Different

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Unlike generic soft-skills training, this program is:

  • Specifically designed for Japanese professionals

  • Focused on real workplace situations in India

  • Delivered by trainers with deep Japan–India experience

  • Practical, experiential, and business-outcome driven

This is not theory.
This is workplace readiness.

 

Who This Program Is For

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  • Japanese managers assigned to India

  • Engineers & specialists working with Indian teams

  • Japanese leaders managing Indian teams remotely

  • HR & Global Mobility teams supporting overseas assignments

Whether the assignment is short-term or long-term, this program ensures faster integration and better performance.

 

Program Outcomes

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After completing the program, participants will be able to:

  • Communicate clearly and confidently with Indian colleagues

  • Lead Indian teams with greater trust and motivation

  • Avoid common cultural misunderstandings

  • Handle conflict and feedback effectively

  • Build strong professional relationships in India

  • Adapt quickly to Indian workplace norms and expectations​

 

Experiential Learning Approach

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The program uses:

  • Role plays based on real Japan–India scenarios

  • Case studies from actual corporate situations

  • Group discussions and reflection

  • Practical communication exercises inspired by
    Toastmasters International methodologies

This ensures high engagement and immediate application at work.

 

Lead Trainer & Program Expertise

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JAI Narayan

Japan–India Cross-Cultural Soft Skills Specialist

  • Jai Narayan has lived and worked in Japan for over 15 years. 

  • A JJ College–trained architect with a Masters from Osaka University of Arts, Japan. 

  • A fluent Japanese bilingual with over two decades of corporate soft-skills training experience. 

  • An author and executive leadership coach whose wisdom inspires professionals.

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ADI Raghavan

Japan–India Enterprise Transformation Specialist

Brings over two decades of experience working with Japanese enterprises across logistics, ERP, and digital transformation initiatives.

A Japan-based bilingual professional with deep experience bridging Japanese and global teams, specializing in program design, stakeholder alignment, and cross-cultural execution.

 

The program combines local Indian insight with deep understanding of Japanese workplace expectations.

 

Delivery Formats

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  • In-person workshops (Japan / India)

  • Live online sessions

  • Hybrid programs (self-paced + live facilitation)

  • Customized corporate versions

Program duration can be tailored from 1-day executive briefings to multi-week readiness programs.

 

Certification

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Backed by NSDC, Government of India, all Participants receive the Datbots Academy – Japan–India Workplace Readiness Certificate, recognizing their preparedness to work effectively in the Indian business environment.

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Business Impact for Organizations

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This program helps companies achieve:

  • Faster overseas staff integration

  • Reduced cultural friction and project delays

  • Improved team performance and morale

  • Lower assignment failure risk

  • Stronger Japan–India collaboration

 

Make Cross-Border Assignments Successful

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India offers enormous opportunity.
With the right preparation, Japanese professionals can thrive — professionally and personally.
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Program Structure (Modular & Customizable)

1. Understanding the Indian Workplace


Indian business culture vs Japanese business culture

Hierarchy, authority, and decision-making

Time, deadlines, and flexibility

Why “Yes” does not always mean “Yes”

2. Communication That Works in India

Communication styles: Japan vs India

Asking the right questions

Giving instructions that lead to results

Email, meetings, and daily communication norms

3. Leading and Managing Indian Teams

Motivation and engagement in India

Feedback and performance management

Authority vs approachability

Retention and relationship management

4. Conflict Management & Difficult Conversations

Identifying hidden conflict

Saying “No” diplomatically

Managing misunderstandings professionally

Preserving trust and respect

5. Working with Indian Clients & Partners

Negotiation styles and expectations

Building trust with Indian stakeholders

Managing commitments and follow-ups

Handling ambiguity and change

6. Personal Effectiveness & Confidence

Speaking up in Indian meetings

Professional presence and confidence

Networking and relationship building

Stress management and adaptability

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