http://chinaplus.cri.cn/podcast/list/53 CONFUCIUS’ WISDOM: LEARN TO BE A WORLD CLASS LEADER interprets leadership principles contained in the Analects of Confucius from the perspective of modern people and combines critical thinking skills promoted in the Analects of Confucius with modern leadership. en Copyright @ China Plus Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:06:35 GMT 5 https://cgtn-radio-data.cgtn.com/rss/programother/410podcastcpchinapluspodcast@hotmail.com Confucius’ Wisdom CONFUCIUS’ WISDOM: LEARN TO BE A WORLD CLASS LEADER interprets leadership principles contained in the Analects of Confucius from the perspective of modern people and combines critical thinking skills promoted in the Analects of Confucius with modern leadership. False China Plus For an enterprise to be successful, apart from working extremely hard, the only alternative is to ensure that employees have the ability to learn quickly and enjoy contributing their own expertise. For an enterprise to... false 615 For an enterprise to be successful, apart from working extremely hard, the only alternative is to ensure that employees have the ability to learn quickly and enjoy contributing their own expertise. Wed, 23 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88213 The wise are not confused, the Ren person is not anxious, the brave are not afraid. The wise are not con... false 522 The wise are not confused, the Ren person is not anxious, the brave are not afraid. Sun, 20 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88216 Low cost is not the decisive factor. Making something different is what really counts. Low cost is not the ... false 370 Low cost is not the decisive factor. Making something different is what really counts. Wed, 16 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88192 The world changes fast. If you cannot let go of old ways of thinking and doing things, and simply try to repeat your current success, you are sure to meet with failure. The world changes fa... false 338 The world changes fast. If you cannot let go of old ways of thinking and doing things, and simply try to repeat your current success, you are sure to meet with failure. Sun, 13 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88190 Take a long-term view. If you don’t, you’re bound to have problems in the short term. Take a long-term vie... false 468 Take a long-term view. If you don’t, you’re bound to have problems in the short term. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88209 The most precious aspect of a first-rate corporate culture is not high tech, but high touch. The most precious as... false 449 The most precious aspect of a first-rate corporate culture is not high tech, but high touch. Sun, 06 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88205 The first and most important step in selecting employees is to use the right people. The first and most i... false 759 The first and most important step in selecting employees is to use the right people. Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88218 There is no so-called best system, just a best system for the current circumstances. Systems and quality are the same – they both require constant improvement. There is no so-calle... false 537 There is no so-called best system, just a best system for the current circumstances. Systems and quality are the same – they both require constant improvement. Sun, 29 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88215 Once a corporate culture of “customer first” is established, employees will want to do what is right for customers. Giving directives to employees on everything amounts to restricting their scope to being responsible. Once a corporate cul... false 465 Once a corporate culture of “customer first” is established, employees will want to do what is right for customers. Giving directives to employees on everything amounts to restricting their scope to being responsible. Wed, 25 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88199 If a leader wants to achieve effortless control, he must use culture to manage, lead and control. If a leader wants to... false 403 If a leader wants to achieve effortless control, he must use culture to manage, lead and control. Sun, 22 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88198 Never underestimate the importance of business ethics. How can a company or manager who does not have the trust of customers do business well? Never underestimate ... false 450 Never underestimate the importance of business ethics. How can a company or manager who does not have the trust of customers do business well? Wed, 18 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88196 The key reason why Japanese entrepreneur, Kazuo Inamori, never let any of his companies suffer a loss was that he respected heaven and loved mankind. The key reason why J... false 586 The key reason why Japanese entrepreneur, Kazuo Inamori, never let any of his companies suffer a loss was that he respected heaven and loved mankind. Sun, 15 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88206 Enterprises that want sustainability today must be concerned about their customers, the planet and the future. Enterprises that wan... false 571 Enterprises that want sustainability today must be concerned about their customers, the planet and the future. Wed, 11 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88214 The Confucian approach to management exceeds our concepts and imagination. The Confucian approa... false 524 The Confucian approach to management exceeds our concepts and imagination. Sun, 08 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88210 Most business leaders spend very little time talking with their staff, not only missing out on precious transmission of experience, but also losing an opportunity to inspire them. Most business leader... false 410 Most business leaders spend very little time talking with their staff, not only missing out on precious transmission of experience, but also losing an opportunity to inspire them. Wed, 04 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88191 A superior should respect his subordinate and a subordinate be loyal to his superior. A superior should re... false 714 A superior should respect his subordinate and a subordinate be loyal to his superior. Sun, 01 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88220 A leader should use the Socratic method of questioning to constantly refine the views of his employees. A leader should use ... false 280 A leader should use the Socratic method of questioning to constantly refine the views of his employees. Wed, 28 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88189 A manager must be clear about what is important and understand how to delegate. A manager must be cl... false 370 A manager must be clear about what is important and understand how to delegate. Sun, 25 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88200 Being strict to let others appreciate the importance of a problem and prevent it from happening again is constructive criticism based on concern for the other person. Being strict to let ... false 332 Being strict to let others appreciate the importance of a problem and prevent it from happening again is constructive criticism based on concern for the other person. Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88193 Rumors can easily destroy the unity of an organization. Seek out the source of a rumor and set the facts straight. Rumors can easily de... false 539 Rumors can easily destroy the unity of an organization. Seek out the source of a rumor and set the facts straight. Sun, 18 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88204 A leader knows how to effect changes. He seeks to be good, but even more importantly he seeks ability. A leader knows how t... false 370 A leader knows how to effect changes. He seeks to be good, but even more importantly he seeks ability. Wed, 14 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88195 Communication and discussion must be among people with a similar set of values; otherwise it’s easy to miss talent or express a mistaken view. Communication and di... false 443 Communication and discussion must be among people with a similar set of values; otherwise it’s easy to miss talent or express a mistaken view. Sun, 11 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88203 How you face your mistakes will determine whether you are fit to be a leader and be a turning point for the whole corporate culture. How you face your mi... false 575 How you face your mistakes will determine whether you are fit to be a leader and be a turning point for the whole corporate culture. Wed, 07 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88208 A wrong business policy often affects customers worldwide and may even shake an enterprise to the core, resulting in unforeseen heavy losses. A wrong business pol... false 343 A wrong business policy often affects customers worldwide and may even shake an enterprise to the core, resulting in unforeseen heavy losses. Sun, 04 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88188 A successful leader usually has certain common characteristics: studious, good communicator, specialized, trusted and trusting, able to resist the various temptations that come with power. A successful leader ... false 471 A successful leader usually has certain common characteristics: studious, good communicator, specialized, trusted and trusting, able to resist the various temptations that come with power. Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88207 To be a person of influence – be discreet in word and deed, practice what you preach and take responsibility for what you say and do. To be a person of in... false 593 To be a person of influence – be discreet in word and deed, practice what you preach and take responsibility for what you say and do. Sun, 27 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88211 If you don't know how to learn, of course it's difficult to change. No matter how much additional water you try to put into a full bucket, it's no use because the water just keeps pouring out. If you don't know ho... false 445 If you don't know how to learn, of course it's difficult to change. No matter how much additional water you try to put into a full bucket, it's no use because the water just keeps pouring out. Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88197 Leaders in today's society must have integrity, be honest and be able to make bold, wise decisions. Leaders in today's s... false 436 Leaders in today's society must have integrity, be honest and be able to make bold, wise decisions. Sun, 20 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88217 Make up your mind and you will know what you should do and what temptations you should resist. Make up your mind an... false 442 Make up your mind and you will know what you should do and what temptations you should resist. Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88202 Don't think about yourself only when talking with others. Listen attentively, observe the other person's countenance and attitude, and then respond appropriately. Don't think about yo... false 335 Don't think about yourself only when talking with others. Listen attentively, observe the other person's countenance and attitude, and then respond appropriately. Sun, 13 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88187 In this age of rapid changes, you have to constantly re-examine yourself. In this age of rapid... false 418 In this age of rapid changes, you have to constantly re-examine yourself. Wed, 09 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88194 Wealth is not a measure of your success in life and you are not restricted to one type of job or way of earning a living. You have to make a choice and live a meaningful life. Wealth is not a meas... false 515 Wealth is not a measure of your success in life and you are not restricted to one type of job or way of earning a living. You have to make a choice and live a meaningful life. Sun, 06 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88201 When you are angry, think about the consequences of your anger; when you see an opportunity for profit, think whether it's just. When you are angry, ... false 478 When you are angry, think about the consequences of your anger; when you see an opportunity for profit, think whether it's just. Wed, 02 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88212 When faced with difficulties in life, you have to know the right time to change your attitude. Don't be put off by some hardship or unfair disadvantage. You will then be able to set a solid foundation and won't be restricted by your environment. When faced with diff... false 875 When faced with difficulties in life, you have to know the right time to change your attitude. Don't be put off by some hardship or unfair disadvantage. You will then be able to set a solid foundation and won't be restricted by your environment. Sun, 30 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88219 Be honest and truthful in dealing with people. Have the courage to bear the consequences of your actions without shirking responsibility. Be honest and truthf... false 585 Be honest and truthful in dealing with people. Have the courage to bear the consequences of your actions without shirking responsibility. Wed, 26 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88173 Human nature has both good and bad elements, but our environment and what we learn can change our nature. Human nature has bot... false 493 Human nature has both good and bad elements, but our environment and what we learn can change our nature. Sun, 23 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88172 When I visited Japan in 2006, I read an article by the former chairman of the Japan Business Federation (and former chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation) Mr. Hiroshi Okuda, saying that the first thing any great leader must do in the 21st century is to study The Analects of Confucius thoroughly. When I visited Japan... false 808 When I visited Japan in 2006, I read an article by the former chairman of the Japan Business Federation (and former chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation) Mr. Hiroshi Okuda, saying that the first thing any great leader must do in the 21st century is to study The Analects of Confucius thoroughly. Wed, 19 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88171 There are two important Confucian terms, Ren (仁) and Junzi (君子), which are not readily translated into English. Rather than providing a translation which does not capture the Chinese meaning in its entirety, the phonetic transcriptions or pinyin of those terms have been used and explanations of their meanings are listed in this episode. There are two import... false 167 There are two important Confucian terms, Ren (仁) and Junzi (君子), which are not readily translated into English. Rather than providing a translation which does not capture the Chinese meaning in its entirety, the phonetic transcriptions or pinyin of those terms have been used and explanations of their meanings are listed in this episode. Sun, 16 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT 1_88170