Effective leadership begins with self-awareness, fueled by a constant desire to learn, grow and be “better than yesterday.” Crafting a compelling vision and then bringing it to execution with impact is especially challenging. That’s why Paul Dupuis—a top leadership coach in Japan and global executive with nearly 30 years of experience across Japan, India and APAC—created the Future Ready Leadership Gym. Through immersive workshops and 1:1 coaching, Dupuis helps leaders & their teams train the key leadership “muscles” they need to lead with confidence and clarity. 

New Kind of Workshop

While traditional leadership programs often focus solely on theory, Dupuis’ Future Ready Leadership Gym takes a different approach by treating leadership development like a fitness regimen. His program is designed to provide practical, actionable strategies that are tailored to the needs of individual leaders and teams.

At the core of Dupuis’ approach is his bestselling book, The E5 Movement. The principles within the book serve as the foundation for his workshops, which help leaders identify and develop the “under-utilized muscles” that are crucial to becoming effective and visionary leaders. Dupuis focuses on skills such as emotional intelligence, adaptability, strategic thinking and building strong, supportive teams.

But leadership is not just about personal development; it’s also about enabling others to thrive. “The leader as ‘enabler’ requires the ability to know when to be at the front and set the pace, when to step back into a supportive role, and when to simply not be there—giving the team freedom to move, experiment, and take action,” says Dupuis.

His Future Ready Leadership Gym focuses on two key offerings: interactive leadership workshops and customized 1:1 coaching.

Future Ready Leadership Workshops

These dynamic, hands-on workshops are designed for leadership teams who are ready to think differently and embrace new strategies for success. Whether hosted at TAC or offsite locations, Dupuis customizes each workshop to address the unique needs and challenges of both Japanese and global companies. Leaders are encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and engage in tailored exercises that directly impact their leadership effectiveness.

Through these workshops, leaders gain practical skills they can implement immediately. They leave not only with new insights but also with actionable strategies to drive their organizations forward.

1:1 Coaching with Paul

For leaders seeking deeper transformation, Dupuis offers personalized 1:1 executive coaching. These coaching sessions provide the opportunity for leaders to work directly with Paul to address their unique leadership challenges, sharpen their decision-making skills and develop a deeper understanding of themselves as leaders.

In these personalized sessions, Dupuis draws on his vast experience as a renowned executive coach and CEO in Japan and India. This real-life leadership experience, combined with the Stakeholder Centered Coaching methodology—developed by his mentor Marshall Goldsmith— ensures real-time feedback from stakeholders. This approach focuses on leadership growth which is not only theoretical but actionable, measurable and tailored to the real-world challenges of leading in a complex, multicultural environment.

The Real Deal

Many leadership coaches talk about the challenge of balancing vision and execution—Dupuis has lived it. Having led both a significant business turnaround in India and aggressive growth of a large, complex organization in Japan, he knows firsthand the challenge of balancing big-picture vision with the discipline of execution. Drawing from the expertise of his mentor and friend Marshall Goldsmith, Dupuis incorporates the Stakeholder Centered Coaching approach, ensuring real-time feedback from stakeholders so that leadership growth isn’t just theoretical, it’s actioned and measured. His extensive experience in M&A and post-merger integration (PMI) advisory in Japan, India and across APAC gives him a rare depth of understanding in high-stakes leadership. Having been on both sides of the M&A process, he knows that successful leadership isn’t just about systems and processes; it’s about people, culture and trust. 

Supporting Expat Leaders in Japan

One of Dupuis’ key areas of focus is supporting expatriate leaders in Japan. Navigating the often complex business and cultural landscape of Japan requires more than just technical skills; it demands a leadership style that is adaptable, empathetic and culturally aware. Dupuis works closely with expat leaders to help them adjust their leadership approaches for maximum impact, whether they are driving globalization, growth, innovation or overall transformation.

He partners with these leaders to help them thrive in Japan, a market with unique challenges and opportunities. By adapting their leadership style and strategies, expat leaders can accelerate their impact in this dynamic region.

Empowering Japanese Leaders for Globalization

In addition to working with global leaders, Dupuis also partners with Japanese organizations as they push forward on their globalization strategies. His fluency in Japanese, and deep understanding of Japanese business culture, helps him to support Japanese leaders to navigate the complexities of managing teams across borders and cultures. Whether they are expanding into new markets or collaborating with international partners, Dupuis ensures that these leaders are prepared for the challenges of leading in a globalized world. His coaching and workshops focus on building the leadership skills needed to drive international growth and lead cross-cultural teams effectively.

Partnering for Future-Ready Leadership

Paul Dupuis is highly sought after for executive coaching and leadership workshops, helping organizations in Japan and around the world develop future-ready leaders. By putting leadership principles learned from real-life experiences into practice, Dupuis’ expert guidance and specialized program help clients develop a deeper understanding of cross-cultural leadership in action, with the ultimate goal of taking a vision to execution. 

His programs are designed to strengthen leadership muscles, enabling leaders to drive transformation with clarity, confidence and agility. Through personalized coaching and impactful workshops, Dupuis partners with leaders and organizations to ensure they are ready for the future—equipped with the mindset and skills needed to lead with purpose and confidence.