This book claims that CSR is the Tao of sustainable enterprise development. It examines the intersection of practical wisdom of Taoism, CSR and Sustainability, looking at the theoretical and historical implications associated with a Taoist approach to CSR, sustainability and responsible leadership. Implications for sustainable enterprise development will be presented. The book analyzes perspectives found in Taoist classical texts and within the larger Chinese cultural context in order to delineate key issues found in the classical texts. Through these analyses, the book assesses the applicability of modern-day Taoism thought and practice in China and the West with respect to the contemporary sustainability situation. The book also explores the values, ideas and practices Taoism offers to inspire a new generation of leaders, and particularly business leaders to manage companies in a more social and sustainable way.
Author(s): Liangrong Zu
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 326
City: Cham
Preface
About Global Youth Leadership Academy (GYLA)
GYLA: In Support of SDGs
Principles of GYLA
GYLA of the Youth
GYLA by the Youth
GYLA for the Youth
Impact of GYLA
Acknowledgements
Contents
About the Author
List of Figures
List of Tables
Part I: Introduction: ``Silent Spring´´: Man Proposes, Tao Disposes
Chapter 1: The Missing Link: Spiritual World of Taoism and Business World
The Case of Joint Work on ``Real Power´´
Laozi´s Mental Model: 3W Thinking Tool for Decoding the Bible of Taoism
Two Paradigms of Thinking for Observing the World
References
Chapter 2: The Future We Choose: From 3D World and 3C World
References
Chapter 3: Changing Your System, Changing the World: From Ego-system to Eco-system
References
Chapter 4: The Purpose and Structure of the Book
Part II: Taoism´s Wisdom Matters to Modern Management
Chapter 5: Integrating Eastern Thoughts in Modern Management
How Chinese and Western Thinking Differ?
Why Business Need Philosophy?
Rethinking Business Education
Why Are Philosophy Useful?
The Case in Point: Eastern Thoughts in Management Philosophy of Haier
References
Chapter 6: Laozi and Tao Te Ching: The Source of Taoism´s Wisdom
Laozi and Tao Te Ching
The Core Concepts of Taoism
Tao (Way): The Law of Universe
Te (Virtue): Manifestation of Tao and Inner Nature of Myriad Things
Yin-yang: Harmony and Balance
Ziran Wu Wei (Spontaneity and Non-action): Going with the Flow
Taoism´s Wisdom: Implications for Management and Leadership
References
Part III: 3C Model of Taoism and Sustainability: An Integrated Framework
Chapter 7: The Crisis of Leadership: Failure of Business Ethics
References
Chapter 8: Changing Thinking for Sustainable Business: 3C Model Thinking
Model Thinking: Unpacking the Wise Decisions for High Performance
Laozi´s ``Three Treasures´´ for 3C Model Thinking
Tao of Model Thinking: From Knowledge to Wisdom
3C Model Thinking of Taoism
3C Model of Taoism vs. 3P Model of Sustainability
3P Model: People, Planet and Profit
Sustainability Redefined: From the Parts to the Whole
3C Model of Taoism for Sustainability
References
Chapter 9: 3C Model for Sustainable Business Development
Integrated Framework: Taoism´s Wisdom, Responsible Leadership and Sustainable Development
Taoism´s Wisdom
Responsible Leadership
Sustainable Business Development (SBD)
CSR and Sustainability: Business View vs. The Taoism´s View
CSR and Sustainability: Business View
CSR and Sustainability: The Taoism´s View
Taoism´s Wisdom and Business Success
Case in Point: Successful business in British Small Firm
References
Chapter 10: Doing Business with Compassion: Social Responsibility
Power of Compassion
Empathy, Leadership and Empowerment
Empathy and Empowerment: Toward to Common Good
Charity and Giving: Transforming the World Through Doing Good
Giving and Servant Leadership
Case in Point: YKK Philosophy: ``Cycle of Goodness´´
Courage Is the Key to Great Leadership
Courage and Creativity
Courage and Four Styles of Leadership
Courage: Action to Respond in Times of Crisis
Empathy and Courage: Two Hallmarks of Responsible Learners
References
Chapter 11: Doing Business with Conservation: Ecological Responsibility
Taoism and Deep Ecology
Prudence and Judgement for Visionary Leadership
Developing a Sustainable Future in a VUCA World
Volatility Yields to Vision
Uncertainty Yields to Understanding
Complexity Yields to Clarity
Ambiguity Yields to Agility
Case in Point: Prudent Leadership for a Better Future
Fan Li: Five Strategies for Successful Business in the Uncertainty
Oil and Gas Industry
Navigate Perfect Storm in a Disrupted World
Understanding Trends: Horizon Scanning, Monitoring, and Trends Discovery
Scenario Analysis: Strategy, Tracking, and Planning
Case in Point: Joseph Is Prudent Leader
Effectiveness vs. Efficiency: Doing the Right Things Right
Quadrant I: Sustainable Business (Business Succeeds and Thrives): Highly Effective and Highly Efficient
Quadrant II: Responsible Business (Business Survives): Highly Effective and Inefficient
Quadrant III: Irresponsible Business (Die Slowly): Ineffective and Inefficient
Quadrant IV: Destructive Business (Die Quickly): Ineffective and Highly Efficient
Eco-Effectiveness vs. Eco-Efficiency: From Cradle to Cradle
The Case in Point: Diderot Effect and Sustainable Consumption
References
Chapter 12: Doing Business with Compliance: Business Ethics
Humility: Defined from Perspective of Taoism´ Wisdom
Compliance, Authority, and Humility
Humble Leadership vs. Narcissistic leadership
Healthy vs. Destructive Narcissistic Managers
Integrity: Accountability and Trust
Case in Point: Edelman Trust and Leadership
References
Part IV: Building Wise Strategy for Sustainable Business Development
Chapter 13: Purpose-Driven Leadership: A New Revolution
From CSR Revolution to Purpose Revolution
Purpose, CSR and Stakeholder Theory: Discovering Their Links
The Tao Is Purpose of Everything
What is Purpose? The Philosophical, Taoism and Business Perspectives
Purpose: The Philosophical Perspective
Purpose: The Taoism´s Perspective
Purpose: The Business Perspective
Purpose: The Pathway to High Performance
What Does Purpose Matter to Leadership?
The Power of Purpose and Values: From the perspective of Taoism
What Drives Your Life?
Values and Purpose
References
Chapter 14: Five Principles of Taoism for Purpose-Driven Leadership
Self-Awareness: Mindful Leadership
Self-Cultivation: Authentic Leadership
Transcending Ego: Servant Leadership
Humble to Serve: Level 5 Leadership
Doing the Right Things Right: Sustainable Leadership
The Case in Point: Johnson and Johnson, Lego and Microsoft
The Case of Johnson and Johnson
The Case of Lego
Case of Microsoft
References
Chapter 15: Strategies for Managing Sustainability Risk in a VUCA World
Doing Business in an Era of VUCA
Risk and Opportunity in the VUCA World
Sustainability Risk Is Emerging and Defined
COVID-19: An Emerging Sustainability Risk
Climate Change Is One of the Top Sustainability Risks
Assessments of Sustainability Risk
Managing Sustainability Risk: The Core Stages
Anticipating and Avoiding the Risk: Responding to Early Warning Signals
Preparing to Manage Risk: Maintaining Constant Vigilance
Recognizing and Containing the Risk
Strategy for Responding to Sustainability Risk
Case in Point: Merk and Amgen
Risk Management, Competitiveness and Sustainability
References
Part V: Taoism´s Wisdom and Sustainable Development Goals
Chapter 16: Responsible Leadership at United Nations
Chapter 17: Sustainable Development: Harmony with Nature
Harmony with Nature: International Actions
Harmony with Nature: Taoism´s Wisdom
Taoism´s Wisdom and SDGs: Harmony vs. Happiness
References
Chapter 18: Ensuring No One Is Left Behind: The Case of Youth
No One Is Left Behind: SDGs and Taoism´s Wisdom
Why Youth Matters? The Challenges and Drivers of Economic Growth
Why Youth Entrepreneurs Matters? The Change-Makers of Society and Driving Force of SDGs
Why Social Innovation Matters? The Engine of Social Change
Social Innovation, Social Entrepreneurship and SDGs
Social Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship
Social Innovation and Sustainable Development
SDGs Create Business Opportunities for Youth Entrepreneurs
Youth Leadership Development: GYLA of the Youth, by the Youth and for the Youth
Sustainability of GYLA
Conclusions
The Young Leaders for SDGs: The United Nations Initiative
References
Chapter 19: The Chinese Way for Realization of SDGs
The Chinese Way Demystified
The Chinese Way for the UN 2030 Agenda: The Top-Down Approach
The Chinese Way for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: The Bottom-up Approach
References
Chapter 20: Conclusion
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