Nemawashi

Nemawashi is an informal Japanese business practice of 'laying the foundation for some proposed change or project by talking to the people concerned and gathering support and feedback before a formal announcement.' It involves individually consulting key stakeholders in advance to build consensus, ensure buy-in, and avoid potential embarrassment or rejection during official meetings by proactively addressing concerns and perspectives. This approach is valuable for leaders implementing organizational changes or making decisions that require broad support and collaboration.