Navigating Lifetime Careers: Insights from Guests at Seikei University
On June 24, 2025, Empower Inc., based in Nakano, Tokyo, had the privilege of hosting a guest lecture at Seikei University. The session took place in a business course led by Professor Shohei Hamamatsu, focusing on the intricacies of venture businesses. The lecture, titled "Navigating Lifetime Careers in the Age of 100-Year Lifespans," featured CEO and CHRO Kazuki Okamura along with fellow alumnus Sō Okano, who serves as an Alliance Promotion Leader and Consultant.
The primary aim of this lecture was to discuss the most pressing choices regarding career paths for modern students, coupling data with first-hand experiences to offer engaging insights. CEO Okamura emphasized the critical nature of strategic career planning based on rich personal insights. The structure of the class allowed for immersive participation, inviting 200 students to engage actively.
Okano shared his own experiences during the job search process, shedding light on the gaps that often exist between expectations and reality, especially when entering the venture sector.
The first segment of the lecture addressed the question of whether starting fresh at a venture company is a wise choice in today's market. This was followed by a deeper exploration of how to construct a lifetime career tailored to individual aspirations. The final section focused on actionable strategies for shaping a desired career path during the '100-Year Life' era.
Towards the end, an interactive workshop encouraged students to visualize their ideal selves a decade from now and brainstorm the steps necessary to achieve these goals, significantly enhancing their understanding of career design.
The event received positive feedback, with students expressing newfound clarity on the importance of defining objectives and committing to their professional journeys. Comments from participants included insights about learning from Okano's entrepreneurial spirit and realizing the necessity of a determined approach to career building.
Reacting to the energy and engagement of the students, Okano reflected on his own journey and the importance of facing the dissonance between ideal aspirations and the realities of professional life. He urged attendees to muster the courage to chase their passions actively and to recognize the invaluable lessons learned in stepping outside one's comfort zone.
Empower Inc. is committed to continuing its partnership with educational institutions and local municipalities to provide career development opportunities aimed at a broad spectrum of individuals—from students to seasoned professionals. Future plans include more lectures and career events that synergetically connect with their core services in organizational consulting and recruitment support.
This initiative not only strives for better alignment between companies and individuals but also welcomes cooperation and inquiries from other universities and entities interested in organizational development and career support. Empower Inc. encourages stakeholders engaged in talent development and training to reach out.
Company Overview:
The primary aim of this lecture was to discuss the most pressing choices regarding career paths for modern students, coupling data with first-hand experiences to offer engaging insights. CEO Okamura emphasized the critical nature of strategic career planning based on rich personal insights. The structure of the class allowed for immersive participation, inviting 200 students to engage actively.
Okano shared his own experiences during the job search process, shedding light on the gaps that often exist between expectations and reality, especially when entering the venture sector.
The first segment of the lecture addressed the question of whether starting fresh at a venture company is a wise choice in today's market. This was followed by a deeper exploration of how to construct a lifetime career tailored to individual aspirations. The final section focused on actionable strategies for shaping a desired career path during the '100-Year Life' era.
Towards the end, an interactive workshop encouraged students to visualize their ideal selves a decade from now and brainstorm the steps necessary to achieve these goals, significantly enhancing their understanding of career design.
The event received positive feedback, with students expressing newfound clarity on the importance of defining objectives and committing to their professional journeys. Comments from participants included insights about learning from Okano's entrepreneurial spirit and realizing the necessity of a determined approach to career building.
Reacting to the energy and engagement of the students, Okano reflected on his own journey and the importance of facing the dissonance between ideal aspirations and the realities of professional life. He urged attendees to muster the courage to chase their passions actively and to recognize the invaluable lessons learned in stepping outside one's comfort zone.
Empower Inc. is committed to continuing its partnership with educational institutions and local municipalities to provide career development opportunities aimed at a broad spectrum of individuals—from students to seasoned professionals. Future plans include more lectures and career events that synergetically connect with their core services in organizational consulting and recruitment support.
This initiative not only strives for better alignment between companies and individuals but also welcomes cooperation and inquiries from other universities and entities interested in organizational development and career support. Empower Inc. encourages stakeholders engaged in talent development and training to reach out.
Company Overview:
- - Name: Empower Inc.
- - Founded: March 2025
- - Leader: Kazuki Okamura, CEO
- - Address: 4-10-2 Nakano, Nakano Central Park South 2F, Tokyo
- - URL: Empower Inc.
- - Services: Organizational HR Consulting, Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Recruitment Marketing Consulting, Paid Job Placement
- - Inquiry Form: Contact Us
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