Harmony in Leadership:
Lessons from Japanese Zen and Business
OVERVIEW
Duration: 8 Hours
Location: Kyoto
Objective: Get a comprehensive understanding of Japanese management practices by integrating Zen philosophy with practical business applications.
AGENDA
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Introduction to Japanese Management and Zen Philosophy (1 hour)
- Overview of Japanese management principles
- Introduction to Zen philosophy and its impact on Japanese culture
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Temple Visit and Zen Experience
(2 hours)
- Guided temple tour
- Participation in a Zazen meditation session
- Insightful talk by the temple priest on the relationship between Zen and daily life
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Lunch Break with Networking (1 hour)
- Opportunity for informal networking and discussion
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Workshop: Applying Zen Principles to Business (2 hours)
- Interactive workshop on incorporating Zen principles into leadership and management
- Case studies of Japanese companies embracing these principles
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Japanese Business Practices and Their Cultural Foundations (1.5 hours)
- Detailed exploration of Japanese business etiquette, decision-making, and management styles
- Comparative analysis with Western management practices
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Group Discussion and Reflection (1 hour)
- Collaborative discussion on integrating learned concepts into participants' own work environments
- Q&A session with experts
A Cultural Insight
Duration: 4 Hours
Location: Kyoto
Objective: Get a brief yet impactful introduction to Japanese management principles through the lens of traditional Zen practices and modern business insights.
Agenda
1. Welcome and Introduction (30 mins)
Overview of the seminar objectives
Brief introduction to Japanese business culture
2. Temple Visit and Zazen Experience (1 hour)
Guided tour of a traditional Japanese temple
Participatory Zazen meditation session
Explanation of Zen principles by the temple priest
3. Lecture: Bridging Zen and Business (1 hour)
How Zen principles influence Japanese management styles
Key similarities between Zen practices and Japanese business practices
4. Interactive Discussion and Q&A (30 mins)
Open forum for questions and reflections
Exploring how Zen can be applied to Western management practices
Zen and the Art of Japanese Leadership
One-Day Seminar
Get a comprehensive understanding of Japanese management practices by integrating Zen philosophy with practical business applications.