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This episode explores two significant shifts: the changing job market in Japan and the unexpected success of Volkswagen's currywurst. Against the backdrop of Japan's shrinking workforce, the traditional "salaryman" model of lifelong employment at a single company is eroding, with a 60% increase in regular workers changing jobs over the past decade. More significantly, younger generations prioritize work-life balance and are less tolerant of rigid hierarchies and inefficient work practices, leading to a cultural shift and increased job hopping. In contrast, Volkswagen's seemingly unrelated success with its currywurst, selling nearly as many sausages as VW-branded cars last year, highlights an unexpected revenue stream amidst declining profits due to high labor costs and slumping demand from China. The company is leveraging this success, viewing it as a positive aspect of their business. This episode illustrates both societal and corporate adaptations to evolving economic and cultural landscapes. What this means for the future is a greater emphasis on employee mobility and diversification of revenue streams for companies.