Kenji Yamamoto explains how the Japanese concept of Kaizen – implementing small changes to work toward big goals – can be used to transform our lives, both professionally and personally.

Sometimes, if a goal seems too big to achieve, we self-sabotage.

Whether through procrastination or mismanagement of our time, the sheer amount of work required to meet a big goal can keep us stuck.

Since we are naturally wired to be resistant to change, Kaizen – roughly translated to 'change for the better' – offers an incremental approach focused on small, repeated actions as a way to achieve major milestones.

In his 2024 book, Kenji Yamamoto introduces Kaizen and explains how this Japanese productivity hack can transform your ability to develop positive habits and achieve your goals.