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Explore the Secrets Behind In-House Side Job Systems at Kokuyo and NTT Docomo

In the evolving landscape of work where individual aspirations and corporate goals intersect, the topic of in-house side jobs has gained increasing relevance. With the vision of "Let’s Work and Smile," Persol Innovation, through its matching service, lotsful, is at the forefront of this movement. This service not only connects businesses with potential side job talent but also facilitates career ownership among employees.

On July 16, 2025, we create a platform through a free online seminar titled, "Unveiling the Secrets of Corporate Side Job Practices: Finding What Works for Your Company?" This event aims to provide insights into the effective operational frameworks that companies like Kokuyo and NTT Docomo have engaged with for several years.

Unlocking Corporate Success: Insights from Kokuyo and NTT Docomo

The importance of a well-structured in-house side job program cannot be overstated. With the shift in societal values and work paradigms, many organizations are proactively pushing for human capital management and promoting a culture that fosters career development. However, launching or refining in-house side job systems introduces unique challenges, tailored to each organization's specific context. This seminar invites HR leaders from Kokuyo Corporation and NTT Docomo, who have successfully implemented their side job schemes, to share their experiences and findings. Participants will gain practical knowledge on how these enterprises activated their in-house side job programs and how organizations can enhance their future initiatives.

The discussion will cover topics such as:

• - Specific objectives and strategies behind in-house side jobs
• - Achievements spun from in-house side job initiatives
• - Key components for energizing in-house side job systems

(Note: Content may change subject to speaker availability.)

Seminar Details

Date and Time: July 16, 2025 (Wednesday), from 18:30 to 20:00
Registration Fee: Free
Speakers:

• - Yasumi Nishino, HR Strategy Promotion Department, Kokuyo Corporation
• - Jun Takagi, Personnel Strategy Manager, NTT Docomo
• - Midori Tanaka, Representative of lotsful (Moderator)

Target Audience:

• - HR professionals interested in introducing in-house side job systems
• - HR practitioners facing operational challenges regarding in-house side jobs
• - Management personnel concerned about employee engagement and turnover rates

Application Method:
Register through the form here
Participation Mode: The seminar will be streamed online via Zoom, with access details sent post-registration.
Application Deadline: July 16, 2025, at 18:29

Speaker Profiles

Yasumi Nishino from Kokuyo Corporation has accumulated experience across various roles since 1997, leading major projects in commercial and office space development. Recently, he has shifted focus to HR, aiming to drive innovative practices within personnel strategies.
Jun Takagi of NTT Docomo has an extensive background in HR strategy since joining the company in 2007, focusing on elevating human capital management practices. His current role emphasizes spearheading initiatives that shape the company’s workforce strategy.
Midori Tanaka has been leading the lotsful initiative since its launch in June 2019, enhancing career opportunities by connecting businesses with freelance talents effectively.

About lotsful and its Features

Having assisted over 2,000 companies and more than 40,000 projects as of April 2025, lotsful stands out in the side job matching arena. The service emphasizes support for both freelancers and companies alike by providing a spectrum of opportunities in areas such as business development, sales, marketing, and HR, while ensuring a flexible, remote working environment.

Through dedicated talent planners, lotsful assures even those starting out in side jobs can engage confidently, and with its onboarding support, companies can benefit from a diverse range of skilled personnel, ultimately facilitating a thriving workspace.

As part of its innovation, lotsful offers a unique platform called "Career Circle" for HR leaders, enabling seamless management and visualization of internal job postings and side job opportunities—backed by expert consulting services based on proven success.