About this ebook
Why is this important?
How do you lead successfully?
THE ART OF LEADERSHIP provides timeless answers to these eternal questions. It is a modern reading of Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching — a guide for leaders in ancient China. This is highly relevant in our turbulent times since the Tao Te Ching evolved over hundreds of years amid pandemics, wars, revolutions and technological breakthroughs, and since we are still human beings with needs, ambitions, fears, scars and hopes.
It is an interpretation of 81 short, poetic sections on leadership, people, and how to succeed together in a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world where the rate of change increases daily.
You will discover new perspectives on the world, people and their behaviours, get actionable advice on how to lead strategically and effectively, and, learn how to make a difference using purpose and integrity instead of pressure and control.
You will also improve your understanding of China, Chinese ways of leading and strategising since the Tao Te Ching is deeply ingrained in Chinese thinking, decision-making and actions.
“A beautifully deep exploration of leadership based on a modern interpretation of my favourite Chinese classic, the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu.” – Rod Leaverton, strategist
"Profoundly insightful and poetic at the same time ... connects a lot of dots." – Laksh Raghavan, founder
“This is powerful; this is for practical people struggling with business goals.” – Goran Škugor, competence manager
"I love this interpretation of Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching. The insights go beyond what I could possibly imagine. After leading a tech company for more than 30 years, there is still so much to learn and study. Thank you, Erik, for bringing these more-than-wise words to our attention." – Jørn Larsen, CEO and founder, Trifork
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ERIK SCHÖN is a change catalyst, executive and strategist who has successfully led global organisations for over 25 years. He is the author of the widely acclaimed trilogy The Art of Change, The Art of Leadership and The Art of Strategy.
