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Welcome to another episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Arnar Jensson, CEO of Cooori, a cutting-edge AI-powered language learning platform. Dr. Arnar brings a wealth of experience in scaling businesses in Japan’s unique market. Cooori has made waves with its innovative approach to language learning, combining advanced technology and human-centered design to enhance education.
Join us as Dr. Arnar dives into his journey with Cooori, navigating the B2B market in Japan, uncovering competitive advantages, and sharing insights from his experience in the different stages of business growth. He also offers valuable tips for companies looking to expand into new markets and adapt their strategies for survival and success. This episode is packed with practical advice for scaling your business in Japan and beyond.
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Links from Guest Appearance
- Reach out to Dr Arnar Jensson
- Learn more about Cooori here!
Additional Resource
- We recently released a Japan Market Entry E-book. Grab your copy of the Here!
Show Notes
00:00 Intro
1:48 What is Cooori?
3:30 Dr Arnar & Japan
5:58 B2B market
8:46 Competitive advantage
10:38 Stage 1
24:00 Unique insights in stage 1
26:48 How did you adapt your personality for stage 1?
32:07 Stage 2
42:00 What advantages did you get in stage 2?
47:58 Unique insights
49:08 Current progress
52:45 What are some important factors in your mind when moving to another market?
54:35 Several things that help your company to survive.
1:00:14 Messages for listeners
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