Hide a Dagger Behind a Smile: Use the 36 Ancient Chinese Strategies to Seize the Competitive Edge
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This title shows how to create unpredictable corporate strategies. Weaving the story of each strategy with contemporary case studies from top business and strategic management schools, each chapter... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1598693808
ISBN13:9781598693805
Release Date:January 2008
Publisher:Platinum Pr
Length:304 Pages
Weight:0.83 lbs.
Dimensions:8.3" x 0.8" x 5.5"
Customer Reviews
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A mind full of stratagems is an unstoppable mind
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
As a business strategist I recognize that The 36 Chinese Strategies are a set of patterns that when used in conjunction give you endless options in any competitive situation. I advise you to read this book and keep it by your side as a reference, it will give you the feeling that you have an endless array of stratagems at your disposal.
A treasure for both the academic scholars and business executives
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
An excellent and profound work! The author takes the interpretation of ancient Chinese wisdom on strategy to an unprecedented, in my opinion, level and makes it immediately relevant to western management. The abundance of cases studies with real companies sets the book apart from other works in this area. The author masterfully applies the abstract language of the 36 Stratagems in the context of modern business strategy and illustrates it with what it seems like hundreds of specific examples. As a business professional myself I can attest that this certainly adds tremendous credibility and real value. I think this book is a treasure for both the academic scholars and business executives, as it offers a body of sound research, as well as a specific guidance to action. I highly recommend this book!
The 36 Stratagems Translated into Business
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
An excellent analysis of the 36 stratagems, particularly as they apply to business, that is highly readable. If you are a fan of Sun Tzu's "The Art of War", you will find this book invaluable. The author translates contemporary business strategies into the appropriate stratagems. He outlines approaches based on the 36 stratagems in a very accessible fashion. A must read for anyone who owns a company, or is responsible for growth.
A brilliant guide to strategic thinking!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
At first the title made me think this was another Sun Tzu kill-your-competition but, but it actually is a more profound and sophisticated explanation of ancient Taoist concepts and how they apply to business and creativity in the modern world of business. The book is a good read straight through, or if you prefer, read it more slowly and really contemplate the application of the stratagems as part of your daily life. I found the material to be profound enough to really make in impact in the way that I see the playing field in my business. This is a must read for people with a keen interest in developing their strategic thinking capacity. I'm ready for the next book by the author!!
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