Articles & News

Market trends, hiring strategy, leadership and life at Makana Partners — 57 articles and counting.

A Wonderful Night of Reunion and Celebration

30 Jun 2026

Japan’s 2026 Market Trends: Quiet Restructuring and Workforce Transformation

5 Jun 2026

AI Is Not a Tech Problem. It's a Leadership One.

31 Mar 2026

5 Effective Recruitment Strategies to Combat Talent Shortages in 2026

12 Feb 2026

Intern Spotlight: Reflecting on Maria Gherman's Journey at Makana Partners

6 Feb 2026

The Strategic Cost of Leadership Vacancy in Japan: A Revenue Recovery Framework for Multinational Corporations

26 Jan 2026

How to Stay Relevant in HR in 2026 and Beyond

25 Dec 2025

The Growth Mindset in 2026: Adapting Today, Thriving Tomorrow

25 Dec 2025

Intern Spotlight: Reflecting on Freya Cullen’s Journey at Makana Partners

30 Oct 2025

Why Japan Remains One of the Toughest Markets for Global Tech Startups

29 Oct 2025

AI in the Financial Industry: Current Trends and Outlook

21 Oct 2025

Balancing Tradition and Innovation: The Role of Leadership in Japan’s AI Future

28 Aug 2025

Japan’s Corporate Leadership at a Crossroads: Balancing Tradition, Innovation, and Global Competitiveness

28 Aug 2025

The New Rules of Recruitment in Japan’s Tightening Labor Market

27 Aug 2025

Intern Spotlight: Reflecting on Summer Marsden's Journey at Makana Partners

27 Aug 2025

Breaking Career Norms: Strategic Industry Switches in Japan

27 Aug 2025

Makana — A New Possibility, as a Gift for One’s Life

20 Aug 2025

Overview of Japan's Financial Executive Talent Market & Industry Trends | 日本の金融業界におけるエグゼクティブ人材市場と産業動向の概要

18 Jul 2025

Standing Out in Japan's 2025 Tech Job Market

18 Jul 2025

Competition in Japan's IT Market: Domestic Giants vs. International Startups

18 Jul 2025

Job Application Speed Dating in the 2025 Market

12 Jun 2025

Unleashing the 2025 Japan Job Market: A Makana Partners Perspective

10 Jun 2025

Consultant Spotlight: Headhunt like Jazz

10 Jun 2025

Overview of Japan’s Pharma Executive Talent Market and Industry Trends

28 May 2025

Intern Spotlight: Reflecting on Noah Fish's Journey at Makana Partners

27 May 2025

Intern Spotlight: Reflecting on Sage Fuhrman's Journey at Makana Partners

27 May 2025

The Benefits of Short Interviews in Japan's Time- Pressed Work Culture

22 May 2025

Shifting to IT in Japan 2025: Your Gateway to New Opportunities

13 May 2025

The Blue Pill of AI: Are We Losing Our Critical Edge?

7 May 2025

Turning the Tide on Labor Shortages: How a Remote Japanese Shipbuilder Is Using Baseball to Attract Talent

21 Apr 2025

Makana 2.0 – Issue 3: Springing Forward - Leadership, Talent & Transformation in Asia

14 Apr 2025

Bridging the Gap: The Key to Unlocking Japan's Business Potential

1 Apr 2025

AI: Saving Time, Stealing Sanity?

10 Mar 2025

The Tokyo Senior HR Executive Market: A Comprehensive Analysis of Leadership Talent in Japan's Multinational Corporations

4 Mar 2025

Effective Global Collaboration and Talent Management: Key Discussions from Singapore's Round Table

27 Feb 2025

Why Many Employees in Japan See Promotions as Punishment.

27 Feb 2025

Tips for Managing Hiring Managers’ Expectations and Improve Hiring Efficiency

16 Feb 2025

Is Recruitment an Art or a Science?

22 Jan 2025

Why Soft Skills Outshine Hard Skills in the Modern World.

21 Jan 2025

5 Steps to Build a Standout Employer Brand

17 Jan 2025

Rethinking Talent Pipelines: Developing the Next Generation of Leaders

16 Jan 2025

The Roadmap to Leadership Transformation in 2025: Building Executive Teams for Organizational Change

15 Jan 2025

Makana 2.0: Unveiling the Second Issue of Our Inspiring E-Magazine

12 Dec 2024

Intern Spotlight: Reflecting on Artem Kotchanov's Journey at Makana Partners

29 Aug 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Effective Leadership in the Digital Age

25 Jul 2024

The Makana Review

25 Jun 2024

Practical Tips for Revitalizing Culture in Hybrid Work

25 Jun 2024

Creating a Culture of Inclusion: The Key to Successful DEI Initiatives

25 Jun 2024

How to Find and Hire Top Talent for Your Business

25 Jun 2024

Unlock Your Potential: Discover the Secrets to Achieving Success in 2023

25 Jun 2024

Big Data in Layoffs: The Pros and Cons

25 Jun 2024

The Top 10 Strategies for Attracting Top Executive Talent

25 Jun 2024

The Evolving Role of the Chief Talent Officer in the Executive Hiring Process

25 Jun 2024

The Role of Executive Search in the Japanese Labor Market

25 Jun 2024

Makana Partners Announces Partnership with Horton International

25 Jun 2024

Quiet Quitting in Japan: Understanding the Practice and Its Consequences

25 Jun 2024

Mastering the Future: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Work and Recruitment

25 Jun 2024

Experience the Gift of Opportunity

Let's connect talent and opportunity
to shape a successful future.

Reach out today for a discovery call and discover how the exceptional candidates we introduce can add significant value to your organization.