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Tokyo's Individual Support Program for Startups

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched the application phase for the second season of its Individual Support Program, aimed at helping startups facing challenges in recruitment and organizational development. This initiative is designed for approximately 20 startups, including around 5 specialized in deep technology, who will gain practical insights through lectures and group mentoring.

Overview of the Program

The program offers a systematic approach to learning about hiring and organizational strategies, supported by expert coaches who will facilitate group mentoring sessions. These group discussions will incorporate organizational surveys, allowing participants to engage in peer learning. This interaction is essential for uncovering new perspectives and practical knowledge, which can be directly applied to develop tailored recruitment and organization strategies that align with each startup's unique culture.

A special focus will be placed on deep tech startups within the GX (Green Transformation) sector, ensuring they receive optimal mentoring suited to their specialized fields. However, it's worth noting that the program is open to a wide range of startups beyond just GX and deep tech.

Is This Program Right for You?

• - Are your hiring practices more reactive than proactive, lacking clear policy or ideal candidate profiles?
• - Is your organizational expansion causing discomfort, especially with sudden increases in staff and a vague company culture?
• - Are you looking to strategically reassess your recruitment and organizational processes, moving away from a person-centered HR approach to a more systematic one?
• - Would you like to exchange information with peers facing similar business stages or challenges?

If you find yourself resonating with any of these points, this program may be the perfect opportunity for you to develop your startup's framework.

Program Details

• - Eligibility: Startups facing challenges in hiring and organizational building.
• - Number of Participants: Approximately 20 startups (with about 5 deep tech startups focusing on GX).
• - Application Period: June 15, 2023 – August 23, 2023.
• - Program Duration: Early October 2023 – Early March 2024 (tentative).
• - Participation Fee: Free of charge.

To apply, interested parties should review the program details, application criteria, and explanatory videos available through the following link to ensure that all necessary information is prepared before submitting their application:

Tokyo Startup Talent - Individual Support Program Details and Videos

For inquiries, reach out to the Tokyo Startup Talent Administrative Office at: [email protected].