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Understanding Work Engagement for the Young Workforce

The Protian Career Association, based in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, is dedicated to fostering better relationships between organizations and individuals while supporting proactive career development. On February 17, 2026, we will host a free online seminar titled "Decoding Work Engagement and Career Reality of Young Professionals Using Latest Data - GPTW x Career Development Diagnosis Reveals Common Traits of Successful Young Employee-Centric Organizations".

This event will feature Yoko Arakawa, the representative of Great Place To Work® Institute Japan (GPTWJapan), who will discuss the findings from the upcoming survey data set to be released in February. Combined with career diagnostic data from our association, we aim to analyze the factors influencing work engagement, such as the perception of career, sense of growth, autonomy, and choice. By decoding these factors in a comprehensive manner, we seek to provide insights into what truly resonates with young professionals.

Background: Why Do Well-Intended Initiatives for Young Employees Fail?

Although many companies make strides in nurturing young talent and improving employee engagement, few can accurately answer critical questions like, “What motivates young employees? What factors truly drive their growth and retention?” This seminar aims to address these questions by integrating three essential pieces of data:

1. Latest GPTW Data (Released February 2026)
We will delve into the most recent survey results from GPTWJapan, uncovering trends, challenges, and the realities of work engagement for individuals in their 20s.

2. Case Study from the Top-Ranked Company for Young Professionals
We will explore the specific strategies implemented by a company that has secured the top position in the young employee engagement rankings for three consecutive years, revealing best practices that enhance the work experience for young professionals.

3. Career Development Diagnostic Data for In-Depth Analysis
Utilizing the career development diagnostic data our association possesses, we will correlate it with work engagement metrics, examining the interrelationship between career perception, sense of growth, autonomy, and other influential factors.

What are the fears and hopes lying within the youth self-concept? This seminar will guide participants in identifying the commonalities in environments where young employees thrive and persist both in their careers and within the organization.

Event Details

Date: February 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Online (Zoom)
Cost: Free
Target Audience: Human resources personnel and HR business partners.
Note: Participation from competitors in the industry is not permitted.

Guest Speakers

• - Yoko Arakawa, Representative of Great Place To Work® Institute Japan
• - Toru Ariyama, CEO of 4designs Inc.

(4designs Inc. is an accredited organization of Protian Career Association.)

Discussion Points

• - Overview of Great Place To Work® Institute Japan / Protian Career Association / 4designs Inc.
• - Sharing the latest data on young professionals
• - Q&A session
• - Closing remarks

Please note that the program might be subject to changes.

Who Should Attend?

• - Executives and department heads interested in understanding what contributes to the growth and success in organizations supporting their young workforce.
• - HR professionals and HR business partners looking for accurate insights into employee engagement and motivation based on the latest data.
• - Management who feel that young talent is stagnating and wish to create environments where they not only stay but also flourish.

Registration

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By participating in this insightful seminar, attendees will gather valuable knowledge aimed at redefining the work experience for young professionals while ensuring organizations can nurture their growth effectively.