Ancient Book Applies To Corporate Battlefield

The Art of War was written by a Chinese Taoist military strategist, Sun Tzu, thousands of years ago in China in a time of warring states. This book is a strategy guide of budding generals with all of Sun Tzu's incites.

Taoism:
Ancient Chinese Philosophy, which involves a belief in being one with the Tao (the Way) and coexisting with nature.

What You'll Learn:
Life is always full of conflict, so at one point in time or another you have to confront an obstacle head on. Peace is nice, but you have to be ready for war. The Art of War details on how to resolve conflict in the most efficient means. That conflict is inevitable, so you must be prepared for it.

Applications Today:
Many successful business people have read this book and have it in their bookshelves. Business is a war and only the most bright and informed people win. All of the text that doesn't have relevance today has been removed in this edition, such as using fire arrows to burn your enemies huts down to the ground. The Art of War is just chock full of strategy.

Writing style:
The Art of War is written dialogue, this was the style of choice way back when Sun Tzu wrote it. Sun Tzu says something and the other people elaborate and add to his teachings.

Should I Read the Art of War:
Yes, enlighten yourself.

Other Books:
The Six Strategies - Another strategy book
I Ching - Taoist book