The Art of Global Thinking: Integrating Eastern and Western Organizational Concepts

Author: Sil
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Only a flexible, responsible, and efficient organization can thrive in the information age. For business organizations, their task is to support rather than subvert, to develop rather than control. Focusing on "I" or "we" is not two opposing things in real life; they are basically different aspects of the same thing. They influence and promote each other. When these Eastern and Western concepts achieve balance, they can create a situation where individuals are independent and the collective is engaged. Connecting the concepts of "I" and "we" is not about abandoning the self, but about awakening what lies dormant in human nature. This book teaches us how to enhance organizational performance by incorporating important cultural ideas into employees' daily work. Mr. Donald Sil is knowledgeable and well-versed in both Eastern and Western studies. He connects the intrinsic principles of businesses worldwide to the everyday work people do. This practical guide also explains how to seek a balance between instinct and logic in the workplace. We must understand our own feelings, worries, desires, and the roots of all these emotions, so that we can better master them and better manage our businesses. By integrating Eastern and Western values and understanding the organic connection between reason and instinct, you can become an important member of any society. "The Art of Global Thinking" draws inspiration from myths, philosophy, religion, and ancient texts, blending them with modern research, cultural differences, and business knowledge to teach us how to gain insights from others' global perspectives. The author does not believe that Eastern and Western values are entirely different; rather, they complement, enhance, and promote each other. Through a comparison of Eastern and Western cultures, Sil has identified the strengths and limitations of basic social and business concepts in Asia and North America. "The Art of Global Thinking" demonstrates that different cultural perspectives can inspire us to gain more from other ways of doing business. The book also helps us understand our own cultural values and the impact of these values on our actions. Boldly connecting the Western concept of "individual self" with the Eastern concept of "citizen self," the book links emotional intelligence, leadership styles, and company performance. In doing so, it connects the two opposing yet complementary abilities deep within us: logic and instinct, individualism and collectivism, uniqueness and harmony.