On July 19th, Friday 2024, I have attended my first business event as a SASAL INC Intern. This event was the Start Up World Cup, during which various start up companies were introducing their concepts and presenting their ideas.
As a start up itself, it is important for SASAL INC to attend events such as this one in order to discover more corporations which are in the same situation and it is always a good way to promote SASAL INC even more.
The event took place in a prestigious hotel in the district of Roppongi, in Tokyo. Several events were held on that same day but I attended the one where we could go from booth to booth to discover the diverse start ups. I had to opportunity to discuss with various start up representatives who introduced me to their work and how they came to develop their ideas. The majority of the start ups I encountered were focused on AI and on the use of new technologies such as robots etc. Each start up had approximately three representatives and they were all available to answer to our questions and to explain the functions and goals of their company.
Throughout this event, I went to nearly every single booth and listened to everyone’s ideas. I was able to exchange with lots of hard-working individuals who are driven by the will to make their ideas become reality. Those start ups all seemed to have a common goal, which was to propose a product or service that could ease the life or the work of their clients.
What I Have Learned From This Event
As a first experience, I really enjoyed attending this event. By communicating with various people, from different backgrounds, with diversified ideas and ambitions, I was able to put my own goals and thoughts into perspective. During this event, I was able to meet new people, who I would have never had the chance to interact with if it was not for attending this Start Up World Cup event. These interactions allowed me to practise my Japanese speaking skills as well as to learn how people communicate in casual business settings. It was encouraging to see that despite the disparities, everyone seemed to be gathered under the same goal which is simply to succeed in the work industry. I applaud the courage each person has so as to come forward in this competitive scene by spreading their concept and for working their way up.
It is also a good way to develop social skills and confidence by promoting the company I work for and by accepting that my name will be associated with my business ambitions. As a first offline event experience, I believe the Start Up World Cup was very appropriate.
Now that I attended my first event, I have more knowledge on how these work and I am ready to attend new events.