Managing people with people: the dark art of human management

Author: Zhao Ding
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Publish Date: 2004-11-01
Features: Since ancient times, politicians and military strategists have been known for their "thick faces," and they have achieved success through "black hearts." The secret to their unimpeded journey on the path of life-and-death struggles and treacherous competition lies in nothing more than "thick faces" and "black hearts." In dealing with people and affairs, one must possess the art of "thickness." If one is introverted and cannot endure the humiliation of social interactions, overly concerned with vanity, and unable to get along with friends or enemies, one will never seize opportunities to showcase one's talents. Even with outstanding intelligence, one will be lost in the crowd—this is truly a pity.
Advocating "blackness" does not mean advocating evil in the world. It simply means that everyone should win the happiness that truly belongs to them in a suitable way throughout their lives. "Blackness" absolutely cannot mean "using any means necessary, abandoning morality, and acting without hesitation for personal fame and fortune." Here, the "blackness" we refer to is not simply cunning and treacherous; it encompasses wisdom, strategy, and the profound insight of foresight. Whoever wants to fully realize their own value and quality must possess more wisdom and strategic acumen than others—this is essential for success in modern times.
When it comes to managing people, one cannot lack principles, but when leading people, one must employ effective methods. Today, in the 21st century, we live in an era of material abundance and advanced technology. Social competition is becoming increasingly fierce, and the demands on individual capabilities are ever higher. How can one survive better in a rapidly changing society? How can one live a more meaningful life than others? As a manager, one must both win the loyalty of subordinates and establish necessary authority. How can one balance these two aspects? By looking at the paths taken by those who came before us, we can gain insights that inspire reflection and teach us to avoid many detours.
The book "The Art of Using and Managing People: Thick-Faced and Black-Hearted Strategies" vividly demonstrates methods for effortlessly leading and guiding subordinates, as well as establishing necessary authority, through numerous life-like examples and concise key points. It covers fundamental principles of using and managing people, gathering talent, knowing people and making the right use of them, mastering subordinates, establishing authority, and winning the loyalty of subordinates. Once you master the principles in this book and actively practice them, you will undoubtedly gain wisdom, enhance your abilities, open your mind, update your concepts, break conventions, transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, stand out in the crowd, and navigate the waves of life and career with courage and determination.