Passion Project Japan

Passion Project Japan

Passion Project Japan a bi-weekly video podcast about inspiring self-starters living in Japan who are turning their dreams into reality. From entrepreneurs to community starters, freelancers to side hustlers, we uncover the wisdom, tactics, and resources they’ve used to chase their passion projects.

  1. 04/23/2025

    She Built a Creative Community in Japan (ft. @anniehoangcreates ) | Passion Project Japan #23

    What does it take to start a community? 🧠We speak with Annie Hoang, a talented designer, educator, and career coach based in Japan! She's also the founder of CREABA a community that builds creative confidence through a host of diverse programs to upskill their members.We had a great chat about how she found her career path in Japan, the interesting hobby she has, and how community starters need to be clear on the problem they are trying to solve.❤️‍🔥 Passion Project Japan a bi-weekly video podcast about inspiring self-starters living in Japan who are turning their dreams into reality. From entrepreneurs to community starters, freelancers to side hustlers, we uncover the wisdom, tactics, and resources they’ve used to chase their passion projects. Follow us:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/passionprojectjp/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passionprojectjpTheo - https://www.instagram.com/theothespursGia - https://www.instagram.com/stayhomewlinh/Listen to us:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6hxty6AGEZnj0HS4sGQMApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/passion-project-japan/id1712056204Follow Annie:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniehoang/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anniehoangcreates/Website - https://bento.me/anniehoangCreaba - https://www.creaba.org/#japanlife #workinginjapan #podcast #designthinking #career

    50 min
  2. 01/27/2025

    CV Tips That'll Get You Hired in Japan ft. Paul Roberts | Passion Project Japan #22

    🔥 Roasting CVs with Paul! 🔥 In our previous episode, we dove deep into the Japan Tech Job Market in 2024 with Paul, unpacking key trends and opportunities. This time, we’re taking it a step further! 💼✨ Join us for a CV evaluation session, where we highlight the strengths of CVs and share actionable tips to help you stand out in the job market in Japan. If you’re serious about landing a job in Japan, this episode is a must-watch! 🚀 🔗 Don’t miss your chance to optimize your CV and open doors to new opportunities! Link to our previous episode: https://youtu.be/69bOwSQgEzw?si=TRjz8deoqycO-I_C ❤️‍🔥 Passion Project Japan a bi-weekly video podcast about inspiring self-starters living in Japan who are turning their dreams into reality. From entrepreneurs to community starters, freelancers to side hustlers, we uncover the wisdom, tactics, and resources they’ve used to chase their passion projects. Follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/passionprojectjp/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passionprojectjp Theo - https://www.instagram.com/theothespurs Gia - https://www.instagram.com/stayhomewlinh/ Listen to us: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6hxty6AGEZnj0HS4sGQM Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/passion-project-japan/id1712056204 Follow Paul: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulrobertstokyo/ Website - https://paulroberts.jp/ How to Write a Tech Resume for Japan – https://paulroberts.jp/how-to-write-an-it-resume-for-japan-a-guide/ #japanlife #workinginjapan #podcast #softwareengineer #resume 00:00 Fresh Grad CV 02:52 Tailor your resume 04:44 Portfolio Site 06:26 One Page CVs 07:46 Skills Based CVs 10:00 Mid-level CV 11:15 Write quantifiable results 13:27 Connection to Japan 16:56 Nice round number fallacy 18:00 Set the context 19:27 Avoid self-evaluation 24:00 One Bullet Point Principle 25:09 Be careful with resume builders 28:16 5S Framework 33:06 Final Thoughts

    36 min
  3. 10/28/2024

    How Your Leftover Cash Can Change the World | Passion Project Japan #20

    Did you know that 65% of cash is held outside the countries that minted it? In this episode, we talk with Quinn Ryder, the co-founder of Global Coin Solutions (@globalcoinsolutions). He reveals fascinating insights about the hidden power of foreign currencies and how he is channeling this underutilized cash into fundraising and charitable initiatives— while generating profit! ❤️‍🔥 Passion Project Japan a bi-weekly video podcast about inspiring self-starters living in Japan who are turning their dreams into reality. From entrepreneurs to community starters, freelancers to side hustlers, we uncover the wisdom, tactics, and resources they’ve used to chase their passion projects. Follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/passionprojectjp/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passionprojectjp Theo - https://www.instagram.com/theothespurs Gia - https://www.instagram.com/stayhomewlinh/ Listen to us: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6hxty6AGEZnj0HS4sGQM Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/passion-project-japan/id1712056204 Follow GCS: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-coin-solutions Website - https://www.globalcoinsolutions.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GlobalCoinSolutions Sources: https://www.newyorkfed.org/medialibrary/media/research/current_issues/ci16-1.pdf https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000005078.html https://blog.moneykit.net/2016/06/money-32.html https://www.lionsclubs.org.nz/foundations/lions-clubs-new-zealand-charitable-trust/heads-kids #japanlife #podcast #foreigncurrency

    49 min

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Passion Project Japan a bi-weekly video podcast about inspiring self-starters living in Japan who are turning their dreams into reality. From entrepreneurs to community starters, freelancers to side hustlers, we uncover the wisdom, tactics, and resources they’ve used to chase their passion projects.