The Way of Pastry: A 200-Year-Old Enduring Management Classic: A 200-Year-Old Enduring Management Classic

Author: David Henley
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: West Point is not only a place where "remarkable leaders" emerge but also a place that cultivates business leaders. It is no exaggeration to say that the business geniuses West Point produces are no less impressive than the generals who dominate the battlefield. The success or failure of a leader often depends on whether they have learned to obey. West Point believes that a leader's authority is limited. No matter how high a leader's position, they must still obey a higher authority. The team spirit of West Point people allows a collective with team spirit to achieve what individuals cannot accomplish alone. Through the "Buckner Camp" training, West Point enables every student to experience the power of unity during training. This firsthand experience with the power of teamwork in action is much more effective than lengthy analyses about how teamwork enhances individual strength.