Episode 79

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15th Sep 2025

Exploring Cross-Cultural Leadership and some Rock’n Roll with Andrew Silberman

In this episode of the FocusCore Podcast, host David Sweet interviews Andrew Silberman, President of Advanced Management Training Group (AMT). They discuss various aspects of leadership and talent development, specifically focusing on differences between Japanese and American leadership styles. He highlights the superior listening skills of Japanese leaders and explores how assertiveness from American leadership could benefit Japanese companies.

He shares his journey from starting a company after being laid off to developing global thinkers for over 30 years. Andrew also emphasizes the importance of storytelling, hybrid leadership, and the impact of music on leadership. 

The episode includes a rapid-fire round on the Rolling Stones, underscoring Andrew's passion for music. He also discusses the challenges and strategies of developing global talent and announces the release of his new audiobook, 'Get A G.R.I.P. on Presentations.'

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In this episode you will hear:

  •  What first drew Andrew to the field of leadership and talent development, and the start of AMT Group
  • About Global Readiness®
  • The impact of cultural differences on leadership styles in Japan and the US
  • The art of storytelling as a tool in leadership and presentations
  • The challenges and opportunities of hybrid leadership in a post-pandemic world
  • The vibrant role of music in enhancing leadership and teamwork dynamics
  • Andrew's experiences and thoughts on the future of global talent improvement and readiness


About Andrew:

 Andrew is the President and Chief Enthusiast of Advanced Management Training Group K.K.

For over 30 years, Andrew has been developing global thinkers, helping leaders. Teams boost their communication, leadership, and teamwork skills across Asia and North America and Europe.  He is the author of the Get a G.R.I.P.  series on Global Readiness®, which is a four-book series with a new audio version just out. 

And when he's not energizing executives, he's a rocking musician and he fronts the band called The moonshots. Andrew brings a unique blend of business insights and creative passion.


Connect with Andrew: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewsilberman/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amtchief/?hl=ja


AMT Group K.K.

https://www.amt-group.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMsto1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2UUpCOTBkdUxPY0tOeEhQAR6AaLCYPcKkjjTZTWW_CgzfTy_XyRLRlbKAt9KfzCwI_HRFybBtnhGQK5Rueg_aem_j4u8nPMJKa5gAaRdaqsLaw


Get A G.R.I.P.

https://www.audible.co.jp/pd/Get-a-G-R-I-P-on-Presentations-%E3%82%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3%E3%82%AA%E3%83%96%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF/B0FL1WQSQB?qid=1757403025&sr=1-1&ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&pf_rd_p=051ed80d-7075-4d26-8156-6887bfda8699&pf_rd_r=VFSMATWBX76C0H1CFDRR&plink=T1iuf20WcMQM9mvq&pageLoadId=0HVn3H0yIX3VszlT&creativeId=c268f6e0-1726-4b9a-b0bc-86e06ad44ad2&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1


Moonshots

https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/artist/44H6LDlh9qW7XERRkDjcA2?si=eC-9-brTSECGvD474-dg5g


Connect with David Sweet:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavidsweet/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/focuscorejp 

Facebook: :https://www.facebook.com/focuscoreasia

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focuscorejp/ 

Website: https://www.japan.focuscoregroup.com/ 


This podcast was proudly produced by Lisa Yasuda.


“Doin’ the Uptown Lowdown,” used by permission of Christopher Davis-Shannon. To find out more, check out www.thetinman.co. Support independent musicians and artists.

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About the Podcast

The FocusCore Podcast
Meet interesting and inspiring and entertaining people who show why Japan is a unique, fulfilling and sometimes frustrating place to do business.
We will discuss how to hire, train and retain talent. How to create values that motivate, and review best practices that have worked and attempts that have failed. David will be speaking to company presidents, CEOs, CFOs, HR professionals, coaches, consultants as well as sharing with you some of my own experiences and opinions discovered over the years in this great country.
The focus is simple: To explore how to succeed in business in Japan.

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