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Unlocking Internal Side Jobs: A Comprehensive Guide

In today's corporate landscape, organizations are increasingly recognizing the value of internal side jobs as a means to promote employee growth, foster engagement, and encourage knowledge sharing across departments. To assist companies in successfully implementing and optimizing these initiatives, Enfactory Inc., located in Tokyo, has launched a free guidebook titled "First Steps in Internal Side Jobs Guidebook."

The Rise of Internal Side Jobs

As large corporations continue to evolve, the introduction of internal side jobs has become a popular strategy. This shift stems from the need to create more growth opportunities for employees and improve overall engagement. Despite the advantages, many companies encounter obstacles such as a scarcity of available projects, difficulty attracting participants, and lack of support from management, leading to underutilization of internal side job programs.

Enfactory's Commitment to Innovation

Founded in 2011, Enfactory has established a philosophy that discourages exclusive careers, promoting cross-disciplinary activities that empower employees to take charge of their career development and acquire new skills. They have successfully provided support to over 270 companies and 7,000 individuals through various training programs and services focused on internal side jobs. The newly released guidebook shares practical tips and clear steps companies can take to ensure their internal side job programs thrive.

For organizations interested in internal side job services, more information can be found here.

Exclusive Insights from KOKUYO Corporation

An exciting feature of the guidebook is an exclusive interview with KOKUYO Corporation, a prominent office furniture and stationery manufacturer. The discussion revolves around their internal side job initiative, known as the "20% Challenge." This program allows employees to dedicate approximately 20% of their working hours to engage in projects outside their primary departments. The contributions from these side jobs are factored into individual performance evaluations, encouraging employees to explore diverse themes that transcend departmental boundaries.

We had the opportunity to speak with key figures involved in the 20% Challenge at KOKUYO: Mr. Niib, Head of Workplace Reform Promotion, and Mr. Toda from KOKUYO Academia. They shared invaluable insights on the development and operations of their internal side job program, outlining the challenges overcome and innovative practices adopted.

A Roadmap for Successful Implementation

The "First Steps in Internal Side Jobs Guidebook" is tailored for personnel in charge of implementing or revitalizing internal side job programs within their organizations. The guidebook covers essential topics, including:

• - What are internal side jobs?
• - Steps for implementing internal side jobs
• - Case studies from various companies
• - A deep dive into KOKUYO's "20% Challenge"
• - Tips for energizing internal side job initiatives

Through this guidebook, Enfactory hopes to empower more companies to succeed in their internal side job endeavors, ultimately supporting each employee in taking ownership of their career development and enhancing overall organizational vitality.

To download the guidebook, visit here.

Contact Information for Inquiries

For further information regarding this initiative, please contact:
Enfactory Inc.
Contact: Kojima
Phone: 03-6869-6816, 050-5604-0328
Fax: 03-6673-4843
Email: sales@tle.enfactory.co.jp

Additional Learning Opportunities

• - Cross-Border Study Abroad: A three-month course focusing on solving challenges faced by venture companies, incorporating peer learning to foster transformative organizations. Learn more here.
• - Cross-Border Circuit: Participating in a mixed-industry team to tackle startup challenges with multiple opportunities for involvement. Find out more here.
• - Teamlancer Platform: Our proprietary platform designed to manage and promote talent, information flow, and opportunities for cross-disciplinary activities, contributing to organizational vitality. Details available here.

This guidebook is just the beginning of a more vibrant internal side job landscape in corporate Japan.