노자
Ancient Chinese sage, traditional author of the Tao Te Ching
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The best leaders act with such reticence and skill that when the work is done, the people believe they achieved success entirely on their own.
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It is because he is thus free from striving that therefore no one in the world is able to strive with him.2 more supporting quotes are in the member records.
Dignity and stability are rooted in lowliness; leaders who view themselves as servants or 'mean' build a firmer foundation for their authority.
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Who is content Needs fear no shame. Who knows to stop Incurs no blame. From danger free Long live shall he.2 more supporting quotes are in the member records.
Rigidity and hardness are signs of death, while softness and flexibility are signs of life. A business must remain adaptable to survive.
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Avoid artificial constraints like excessive laws or social customs, and instead act according to the pure conscience and the natural laws of the universe.
Focus on delivering profound and suggestive content even if the presentation is terse or lacks elegance.
Use symbolic numbers or simple headings to organize work, making it easier for the audience to remember and transmit.
Effective management involves being void of selfish desires and maintaining a gentle, unhurtful deportment toward all things.
Success is best maintained by retiring modestly once a goal is achieved, rather than arrogating honor or striving for precedence.
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