An Inductive Study of Foreign CEOs of Japanese Firms

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

5-9-2015

Abstract

We use multiple case study methodology to examine firm-level antecedents and consequences of foreign CEO hiring decisions in Japan. We also examine foreign CEO attributes and the strategic initiatives launched by the foreign CEOs to understand differences in consequences. Study findings suggest that foreign CEOs in Japan are not all “complete outsiders” to the organization and the nation—most Japanese firms prefer to hire a CEO with prior work experience in Japan. Overall, foreign-born CEOs are successful in Japan only if they have a vision and the executive clout to transform the organization.

Publication Title

Journal of Leadership and Organizational Studies

First Page Number

202

Last Page Number

216

DOI

10.1177/1548051814535639

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