Art of War by Sun Tzu - the Tao of Leadership

Explore the spiritual elements of The Art of War for enhanced self-awareness in leadership and strategy, unlocking insights in just 45 minutes.

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Brief Summary

This course dives into the spiritual side of The Art of War, helping you grasp its core leadership lessons quickly. You'll learn that true strategy starts with self-awareness and mental clarity, not ruthlessness or manipulation. Get ready to unlock your leadership potential with ease!

Key Points

  • The Art of War focuses on spiritual and mental preparation for leadership.
  • It's widely quoted but often misunderstood.
  • 60% of the book discusses terrain and logistics, which can feel tedious.
  • The remaining 40% contains essential insights for self-awareness.
  • Self-control is crucial for effective strategy and influencing others.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the key messages of Sun Tzu regarding self-awareness in leadership.
  • Recognize the value of The Art of War in contemporary leadership development.
  • Explore the importance of mental stillness for effective decision-making.
  • Discover how self-control relates to motivating and leading others.

About This Course

A focus on the spiritual elements of Art of War for self awareness in leadership and strategy.

Art of War is one of a handful of must read leadership classics.
It is one of the most quoted but least understood books on the subject.

It's also quite a difficult read because 60% of the book is about the Chinese terrain and climate and about moving men and supplies.
This can feel like a waste of your valuable time but the remaining 40% is pure gold.

It's a book about the mental and spiritual preparation for leadership.
It makes it very clear that strategy and the motivation of others begins with self control.

In this course we focus all of your attention onto the gentle art of stilling the mind to feel the force.
In 45 minutes you will discover the essence of Sun Tzu's leadership message without needing hours of study.

The book is NOT a manual on ways to be ruthless and unprincipled.
In fact it's the polar opposite whilst still having the objective of instructing the reader in the ways of undisputed and total success.


  • Understand the central message of Sun Tzu's The Art of War without having to spend hours reading the book and commentary on it.

  • Appreciate why The Art of War is a classic text in Leadership Development.

  • Focus on the importance of Self Awareness to great leadership.

Instructor

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Peter Urey

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4.9 course rating
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Almut S.
5.0
1 year ago

This course uses 'Art of War' ideas to teach modern leadership. The instructor is knowledgeable and likable, making the lessons engaging. He talks about mindfulness, getting feedback, and the value of nature and mentors. Great for leaders wanting to learn old wisdom in new ways

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Donna B.
3.5
3 years ago

I wanted to get a modern interpretation of the Art of War and how to apply these ancient principles to modern leadership thinking. This course delivered just that. The delivery however could have been more 'engaging' by perhaps improving the visuals and using examples of current leaders to demonstrate the concepts.

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ui-avatar of Yeo Shi Yuan
Yeo S. Y.
5.0
4 years ago

NA

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ui-avatar of Moustapha NDOYE
Moustapha N.
5.0
4 years ago

Good course

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ui-avatar of Kat McCormack
Kat M.
4.0
5 years ago

I like that incorporates a lot of the concepts from The Art of War but I wish they talked more about the historical context than just the brief bit at the beginning.

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Dileep
4.0
8 years ago

It's short and clear. I've already read the book. This course gives a relevant overview in the context of business.

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Rifiat B.
5.0
8 years ago

Because it is always clear to understand and really easy to follow

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David K.
2.0
9 years ago

Good thing to get the core messages of the book, but could need a bit deeper analysis than just stating the quotes and draw obvious or contrived parallels to business.

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Paul D. K.
5.0
9 years ago

Really enjoyed the well considered summary of the book and the engaging and professional manner the course was presented.

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Arlene W.
3.0
9 years ago

My anticipation wanted to get more out of this series of lectures than what was presented on the Art of War

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