The Art of Dealing with People: Philosophical Reflections on the Art of Dealing with People

Author: Xie Xiangyun
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: As the Cai Gen Tan says, "When writing reaches its peak, there is nothing extraordinary about it, only perfection; when a person's character reaches its peak, there is nothing unusual about it, only authenticity." This book aims to introduce some simple yet classic, principled yet versatile basic experiences, principles, and methods of conduct through typical examples from ancient and modern times at home and abroad, for your reference.
Dealing with people—how to be a person and how to get along with others—is a matter people take very seriously, but there is no need to make it overly complicated. In late 1963, Zhou Enlai and Chen Yi visited Morocco. During the talks, King Hassan II of Morocco said, "There are not many kings and emperors like us in the world today. I wonder what will happen in the future?" Zhou Enlai smiled and said, "You can form a committee and hold meetings to discuss it." Chen Yi followed up, "There is a Prince Sihanouk in Asia who is a good friend of ours. We can invite them to participate." Zhou Enlai added to what he had just said, "Your Majesty could even serve as the chairperson of this committee!"
Of course, this diplomatic anecdote is not simple at all. It involves principles—non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries, knowledge—of Morocco and King Hassan II himself, emotions—friendship and harmony, atmosphere—lighthearted and pleasant, as well as wit, humor, and a sense of fun in communication skills and corresponding demeanor. But it can also be said to be very simple: if you see the other party as your friend and believe that you are their friend, everything will naturally fall into place.