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Exploring the Gap Between Academic Knowledge and HR Practices

The HR Library, operated by Trustyyle Corporation based in Chuo City, Tokyo, is set to hold an engaging event titled "Is HR Knowledge Being Used in HR?" on May 27, 2025, from 19:00 to 21:00.

This event is perfect for those looking to effectively leverage HR insights for organizational development and personnel training, especially for individuals who may feel apprehensive about engaging with HR studies or wish to convey knowledge related to HR to junior staff or team members.

In the HR landscape, many professionals strive to apply theoretical learning obtained from books and courses to their real-world practices. However, a common sentiment exists: while many individuals believe they understand research findings and data, they often feel uncertain about how to implement this knowledge practically. This raises a critical question: How extensively is scientific knowledge applied in HR operations?

To facilitate this discussion, we welcome Keigo Iwamoto, a researcher from ZENKIGEN, who specializes in industrial and organizational psychology and mindset research. He will share insights from his recent papers, including “How Well Do HR Professionals Know and Utilize Concepts Related to HR Management?” and “Are Amateur Theories of HR Professionals Consistent with Scientific Evidence?” published in Organizational Science in December 2024. Together with Iwamoto, we will explore the gap between science and HR practice providing hints on connecting theory to practical application.

Event Details

• - Venue: HR Library 1-12-7, Kakigaracho, Nihonbashi, Chuo City, Tokyo, 103-0014, Japan.
• - Date & Time: May 27, 2025, from 19:00 to 21:00.
• - Participation Fee: Free.
• - How to Participate: Register at this link. Limited to 30 participants.

- Please note that shoes must be removed upon entering the HR Library.
- Due to limited seating, some participants may be seated on cushions.
- Please refrain from business card exchanges or sales activities within the HR Library.

Speaker Profile

Keigo Iwamoto

• - Position: Researcher at ZENKIGEN ZENKIGEN.Lab.
• - Also serves as a Senior Researcher at the People Analytics & HR Technology Association.
• - Research Interests: Behaviors of interviewers in job interviews, beliefs related to stress and abilities (mindset/implicit theory), motivation, and the practical use of HR data.

Moderator: Yosuke Yoshida, Chief Librarian, HR Library.

About HR Library

The HR Library is a coworking space and community that opened on April 1, 2024, in Ningyocho, Tokyo, where HR professionals can gather. Boasting over 2,500 books on HR topics and more than 600 members, the library operates under the slogan, "Learn with your peers to pave the future."

• - Address: 1-12-7, Kakigaracho, Nihonbashi, Chuo City, Tokyo, 103-0014, Japan.
• - Website: hr-library.jp
• - Official X: x.com/hr_library0401

Join us for an evening of valuable insights and discussions on how we can bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in HR practices. We look forward to exploring these essential topics with you!