Issue #9 · 2026-04-28

Japan overtime crackdown, PF portability in India, and structured interviews that work

Japan tightens overtime enforcement for SMBs. India launches universal PF account portability. Plus the boring interview practice that beats your gut.

Three news items

Japan SMB overtime caps now enforced. India launches universal PF portability. Japan extends equal pay disclosure to 100+ employee companies.

Regulation update

If you operate in Japan, move off spreadsheet attendance now. Inspectors are looking specifically at SMBs this fiscal year.

Resource of the week

An interview scorecard for solo recruiters. Five-criteria framework, calibration notes included.