Meet Our Talent
Xiang Li
Biotechnology Specialist
How was Japan in reality to what you had imagined before you arrived?
Japan in reality is not as crowded as I have imagined, but the English language is not as universal as I have imagined, especially in rural areas.
How would you describe co-workers when you arrived?
My co-workers have solid backgrounds in their respective specialties. They are committed to the quality of their work, and are reliable and helpful as team members. They have taught me a lot of new things, and have always been a good influence on me.
What were the initial difficulties of adjusting to life in Osaka?
The initial difficulty was the language barrier. I started learning Japanese three months before I came here. However, it still took me a fair amount of effort to figure out how to apply for a debit card, reschedule a delivery, make reservation for a trip and etc.
When I am not at work,
I am learning Japanese by every means, and traveling around Japan.
Do you feel like you're having an impact directly on the clients that you work for?
Yes. I am communicating with at least 5 clients every day, answering their questions, advising them the best strategy tailored to their needs. We provide our insights for every possible situation encountered based on thorough research and analysis, and our specialties of sciences, technologies and laws. I can tell my work has a direct impact on our clients as they always express their recognition of my work during our communication.
What three traits that you've obtained during your stay in Japan thus far mean the most to you and why?
Work efficiently: work efficiently helps to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Stay positive to criticism: criticism is like a mirror, through which we know ourselves better.
Improved time management: improved time management improve my ability to learn.
What are the challenging or difficult aspects of your work?
I find my work challenging as it is constantly fast-paced and each case is unique. The inventions of our clients are diverse, reflecting every frontier of biological/medical/chemical technology, and sometimes interdisciplinary. For each invention, I am expected to grasp the gist in a short time, know all the important details by heart, and communicate my ideas by efficient writing. This can get very challenging when the number of cases assigned to me increases before the due date.
What have been your three fondest leisure experiences in Japan?
Skiing in the Nozawa area, cherry blossom viewing, and celebrating local festivals in a traditional way.
What three characteristics describe the Firm best? First in English, then in your mother tongue?
International, professional, and committed to client satisfaction.
国际化的， 专业的，以客户为核心.
What attributes do you believe will make a recruit succeed at work in the Firm?
Open-minded, sensible, and diligent.