How Creatives and Knowledge Workers Can Thrive in the Era of AI

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How Creatives and Knowledge Workers Can Thrive in the Era of AI

This year, the excitement around AI soared to heights previously unseen. All of a sudden, the dystopian future depicted in countless sci-fi movies was knocking at humanity’s front door. In reality, however, the development and use of AI has been expanding for decades. What makes recent developments so exciting (and for many, frightening) is that powerful content-generation tools are now in the hands of everyday creatives and knowledge workers, generating fascinating results, often for free.

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3 Essential Tips for Successfully Working from Home

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3 Essential Tips for Successfully Working from Home

With more and more Japanese companies implementing remote working practices because of the Covid-19 pandemic, several clients and colleagues have asked me for tips on how to work efficiently from home.

As a sole proprietor in the marketing and communication field, I was already doing at least 50 percent of my work remotely before the pandemic. Now that, for the time being, I’m doing nearly all of my work from home, I’ve realized that there are three basic behaviors that keep me productive when working at a coworking space or on-site with a client is no longer an option.

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6 Resources to Help You Launch a Small Business in Japan (Or Anywhere Else in the World)

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6 Resources to Help You Launch a Small Business in Japan (Or Anywhere Else in the World)

During my recent Tokyo Digital Marketers Meetup presentation, I referenced several books that influenced my entrepreneurial journey. Audience members also asked about legal services such as immigration and accounting. Read on for a list filled with several books, a podcast, and a couple of legal and accounting resources that will give you the confidence you need to build your business.

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Productivity on a Budget: These 3 Tools Stand Out from the Rest

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Productivity on a Budget: These 3 Tools Stand Out from the Rest

Small-business owners and those who work for non-profit organizations often need to meet high expectations on tight budgets. Over the years, I've experimented with countless productivity tools and methods. The following rise above the competition to help you get your work done quickly and affordably.

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