Experience is much more important than the knowledge
2022年6月14日 Philosophy
As a part of Kyocera philosophy, Inamori mentioned that experience is much more important than knowledge. “Knowing how to do and experiencing how to do are completely different. For example, predicting the shrinkage rate when firing ceramics, the actual results usually differ each time, even if you intend to perform firing under the same conditions …
Be straightforward-to grow your company rapidly-
2022年6月9日 Philosophy
This time, Inamori demonstrated how the communications in a company should be: be straightforward, regardless of titles and positions, discuss issues and problems thoroughly in an appropriate manner. He talked to Seiwajuku workshop members as follows. “To get the job done responsibly, it is necessary for the people involved in the job to be straightforward …
Be unselfish in making decisions
2022年6月8日 Philosophy
Inamori mentioned that leaders need to be unselfish in making decisions. I personally feel that this is quite important for us to conduct our responsibilities as consultants, or advisors. In every case, we should consider the benefit for our client. However, to demonstrate our capabilities and competences consultants tend to make cases complicated, or situations …
Don’t make your life miserable -Wrestling in the center of the ring-
2022年5月31日 Philosophy
This time, Mr. Inamori talks about the theme of “Wrestling in the center of the ring “ as follows. “-Wrestling in the center of the ring– means that you always think the center of the ring is the edge of the ring and try not to cross the edge you set out. Taking the delivery …
Push yourself harder
2022年5月24日 Philosophy
This time, Mr. Inamori is talking about the theme of “Push yourself”. I can’t say that I have been pushing myself. However, when I think about what I can do for the staff who will work with me in the future, I feel I should push myself as hard as possible. Why should we, business …
Advance-guard or control room, where should the leader stay?
2022年5月17日 Philosophy
This time, Mr. Inamori is talking about the theme of “Taking the lead” Leaders may need to: 1 Act 2 Show a big picture (macro perspective) 3 Face the fear in our mind I will explain one by one. The words in ” are what Mr. Inamori said. ” 1 Act “ In order …
Work in the center of the vortex
2022年5月10日 Philosophy
This time Inamori spoke at the Seiwajuku workshop about the theme: “Work in the center of the vortex.” This is the metaphor that each one of us should be the self-starter, create the work and involve other staff to proceed with it. Inamori explained as follows. “ Each of us can’t work alone. We should …
Self-development- to master the essence of things-
2022年5月3日 Philosophy
This time, Mr. Inamori is talking about “to master the essence of things.” Also, many people are now interested in self-development. I think that this “mastering the essence of things” is also a hint of self-development. So, I would like to think about “mastering the essence of things” here. I think the next steps are …
Family constitution vs Civil Codes
2022年4月28日 Family Business
Generally speaking, after the World War II, the winner countries were worried about the Japan’s recovery in terms of its economy. Especially wealthy families were potential powers. Therefore, after the Shoup Report recommended Japanese governments’ reconsideration of its tax system, the government imposed the high inheritance tax ratio, This hit influential families and they have, …
Love your work
2022年4月26日 Philosophy
Inamori encouraged his workshop members, most of whom are business leaders of small to middle size companies in Japan, that we should love our work to grow our business. He explained as follows. “Guys, listen; it takes a lot of energy to get our job done. You always must drive yourself to keep generating such …
