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Event Report: Exploring the Realities of HR Job Changes

On October 10, 2025, Trustyyle Co., Ltd., led by President Yosuke Yoshida, hosted a successful event called "Let's Learn About the Realities of HR Job Changes" at the HR Library located in Tokyo's Chuo Ward. This gathering brought together various HR professionals who engaged in insightful discussions and Q&A sessions, particularly focusing on the challenges faced in HR careers and job transitions.

Background and Purpose of the Event

In the HR field, it is common for individuals to grapple with career and job transition concerns without the support of colleagues or superiors, making it difficult to share these challenges. Issues like widening roles from recruitment, understanding the next steps for the first HR practitioner, and the concerns about stagnant salaries are frequently raised.

To address these issues, the HR Library, a community where all HR professionals unite to learn from each other, invited Sho Izumiya from FiVE Co., Ltd. as the keynote speaker. With over a decade of experience in HR at various startups and venture companies, Izumiya’s insights were invaluable for those attending the event.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Exploring the Realities of HR Job Changes
• - Date and Time: October 10, 2025 (Friday) from 19:00 to 21:00
• - Location: HR Library, 6F WACROSS NINGYOCHO, 1-12-7 Nihonbashi Kakigaracho, Chuo Ward, Tokyo
• - Speaker:

- Sho Izumiya
- President of FiVE Co., Ltd.
- Born in 1981, has dedicated 21 years to HR. Previously worked with web-based startups and played a pivotal role as the first HR function head at Coconala. After establishing FiVE in October 2022, he has offered support to over 30 companies.

Participant Feedback

Attendees expressed their appreciation, sharing insights such as:

• - "It was invaluable to hear genuine HR career transition experiences."
• - "Discussions about job changes are rare, and this event provided an open environment to deepen understanding through Q&A."
• - “It prompted me to reflect on my reasons for staying in my current company.”
• - “I learned the importance of the desire to contribute versus actual contribution value.”
• - “The challenges of shaping an HR career were most apparent here, emphasizing the need for strategic thinking.”
• - “It was great to hear real experiences from peers since it’s not a topic you can casually discuss.”
• - “Clarifying job posting terminology beforehand is crucial in interviews.”
• - “This was my first in-person event, and I found it enlightening to learn directly from a passionate speaker and connect with others facing similar career challenges.”

Main Outcomes and Future Prospects

The event offered a unique opportunity for HR professionals to reflect on their careers by sharing insights from experts and peers on a subject that often remains closed off. Notably, the discussion emphasized the importance of having a framework for career transition, such as balancing the desire to contribute with real value, and understanding the subtleties behind job postings.

At the HR Library, we are committed to providing a platform for meaningful learning and networking under the tagline "Learn and Build Your Future Together". Future event themes and dates will be announced on our official website and social media channels.

About HR Library

Opened on April 1, 2024, in Tokyo's Ningyocho, the HR Library serves as a coworking space and community hub for HR professionals. With a collection of over 2,500 HR-related books and a membership exceeding 700 individuals, our goal is to facilitate impactful connections and learning experiences.

• - Location: 6F WACROSS NINGYOCHO, 1-12-7 Nihonbashi Kakigaracho, Chuo Ward, Tokyo
• - Established: April 1, 2024
• - Official Website: HR Library
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• - Official LinkedIn: HR Library on LinkedIn

The success of this event reiterates the need for open discussions surrounding HR career trajectories, ensuring that all involved in HR can gain insights and support each other in their professional journeys.