Insights & Perspectives

Thoughts and observations from Kainoa

Insights and observations from Japan’s automotive and mobility industry, including hiring trends, career perspectives, and market developments.

What Interviewers Are Actually Evaluating

In a previous article, I wrote about uncovering your experience. This one...

Your Experience Isn’t Missing. It’s Buried.

One of the parts of my job I enjoy most is helping...

Preparation Creates Options

Preparation Creates Options One of the things that has surprised me most...

Staying Is Also a Career Decision

As a recruiter, people often assume that my goal is to convince...

Should Your Next Role Stretch You?

One of the recurring challenges I face in recruitment is this: Clients...

When Should You Ask for an Offer Extension?

This can be a sensitive question. But the direct answer is simple....

What Will Your Job Look Like One Year From Now?

It’s a simple idea, but one I picked up from Lou Adler...