36 stratagem for managers

The concept of stratagema has existed in the culture of China for at least three thousand years. It can be interpreted as a certain plan or calculation, as a trick or as a military cunning. In a broader sense, stratagems are strategic techniques and indirect tactical moves used in difficult situations to achieve goals, gain the advantage and intercept the initiative. The art of Stratagem is applicable in all life circumstances, when the problem cannot be solved by direct, "frontal" techniques. Stratagem is built as an algorithm, its success depends on the understanding of the psychological characteristics of the enemy, taking into account the specifics of the situation, the ability to calculate moves and anticipate their consequences, on discipline in the implementation of the plan. Open publications Assembly 36 Stratagem appeared in China only in the second half of the 20th century and quickly stood into a number of world bestsellers in the strategy and psychology of business.
The author of the book - Harro von Zenger, the famous Chinese and a researcher of the doctrine of stratagems, adapted the wisdom of Chinese strategists for the modern manager and described their use in business practice and in everyday life.
The publication, recisted with the latest copyright edition of 2016, is addressed primarily to the owners and business managers. At the same time, it will undoubtedly arouse the interest of a wide range of readers