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On Leadership: Sun Tzu, Clausewitz and Machiavelli, 2008.
A summary and review of the assessments of leadership of Sun Tzu, Carl von Clausewitz and Niccolo Machiavelli.
1,436 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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The paper discusses aspects of leadership as discussed by Sun Tzu, Carl von Clausewitz and Niccolo Machiavelli as well as the evaluation of one's situation in decision making and the shortcomings of incorrect planning and strategic action. The paper emphasizes that leadership is in no small part the ability to sort through the chaos of a situation and to persevere in imposing order. The paper states further that the ability to discern and to be flexible in one's approach, coupled with the relentless pursuit of a goal, are the keys to final success.
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"In this conduct toward the goal, there is no substitute for lucid thought. Discernment, and with it the ability to be flexible in one's approach, coupled with the relentless pursuit of the goal, are the keys to final success. A strategic leader often has control over nothing more than his own talents: his imagination, his creativity, and his intuition. The skilful and successful leader is the one who can, in the chaos of a situation, use these attributes, along with their "iron will and a powerful sense of purpose" to overcome the chaos and the opposition that confront him. Remarkably, one of the most profound statements that Clausewitz made about war remains true about war and about virtually any demanding situation:"
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Sun Tzu & Machiavelli, 2006.
A comparison and contrast between Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince".
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 65.95
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This essay compares Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" with Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" and applies the principles of both works to the modern business environment. The paper asserts that although the writings were not intended to be applied to business leadership,these classic works are nonetheless timeless strategic guides for the ultimate success. The paper demonstrates how, in today's business world, many aspects can be applied in less dramatic and literal fashion while still having great significance. For example, the paper discusses how in "The Prince", Machiavelli suggests eliminating whole opposing families in order to reduce the threat of revenge. This philosophy has many applications in the business world without the literally executions. Likewise, the paper assesses Sun Tzu's work, which recommends removing the head of an insubordinate conscript to prove a point or to increase discipline. While the literal interpretation may have been acceptable in ancient China, other more symbolic interpretations are applicable to the business world today, argues the paper.
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"Very little is known about the author of the Art of War but there has been much supposition and speculation. The book was thought to have been an instructional manual for potential generals in ancient China. The Art of War could also be considered as an instructional science of strategy document. The basic philosophy has become a Chinese mental martial art called bing-fa which because of the ambiguous nature of Chinese Hanja can be translated into literally 'competitive skills' or 'martial art'. The manual is a series of nine chapters which provide insights into how to address the challenges and how to mentally prepare for both leading others or a methodology for one's personal success. Because of the title and the militarily based examples, most believe that the sole purpose of the work was to teach how to fight battles. Modern interpretations and adaptations of the principles continue to help individuals create an internal and powerful system for success."
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Sun Tzu and Machiavelli, 2002.
Examining how the different strategies of these early philosophers can be applied to business management.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper discusses the strategies of Machiavelli and Sun Tzu in learning how to manage a business. By showing these ancient strategists in their full light, we can see how governance and war can be applicable to this sort of organizational corporate progress.
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Sun Tzu's "The Art of War", 2008.
Analyzes, chapter by chapter, Sun Tzu's military treatise from the 6th century B.C., "The Art of War", based on Thomas Cleary's translation.
2,175 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 97.95
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This paper explains that Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" is an in-depth collection of the strategic, operational and tactical nature of warfare and military strategies and tactics. The author relates that this ancient military book "The Art of War" has been adopted in various business and management milieus. In first reading, the military aspects are prominent; however, the paper states that the reader realizes that this book is also Sun Tzu's diary because what he wrote was not based on theories or suppositions but rather were his every day experiences.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Chapter I. Strategic Assessments
Chapter II. Doing Battle
Chapter III. Planning a Siege
Chapter IV. Formation
Chapter V. Force
Chapter VI. Emptiness and Fullness
Chapter VII. Armed Struggle
Chapter VIII. Adaptations
Chapter IX. Maneuvering Armies
Chapter X. Terrain
Chapter XI. Nine Grounds
Chapter XII. Fire Attack
Chapter XIII. On the Use of Spies
Perspectives and Opinions
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"Warfare is not a static or constant affair. It is instead and fluid and continuous engagement despite the lull perceive at times. The term "fog of war" is apropos to the reality of engaging the enemy wherein constant movement and engagement numbs the mind at times and it fails to determine who it is fighting. Thus, warfare should be fluid in a way that the better general controls and dictates the fluidity of the movement. Like an orchestra conductor, he must know the total meaning of the music and be able to call out each and any member of the orchestra at the right time to bring harmony to the song."
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Terrorism and Sun Tzu's "The Art of War", 2001.
The following paper discusses whether the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 could have been avoided if the United States had followed the principles of Sun Tzu in "The Art of War".
1,894 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 87.95
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This paper illustrates how the United States has followed and could follow Sun Tzu's principles in "The Art of War" in the days prior to September 11, 2001 and during Operation Enduring Freedom.
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"Every military leader is, or should be, familiar with Sun Tzu's Art of War. It is the preeminent primer on military tactics, strategies, and principles, and the oldest military treatise in the world. One can apply the principles of the Art of War to Operation Enduring Freedom. This paper will examine how the United States' responses to terrorism since September 11 and through the present day have or have not held to Sun Tzu's principles."
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Sun Tzu's "The Art of War", 2007.
A discussion of the Taoist influences in Sun Tzu's "The Art of War."
1,632 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 77.95
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This paper examines the religious and spiritual roots of Chinese Taoism found in the military treatise "The Art of War." The paper explains the basic tenets of Taoism and Sun Tzu's connection to the religion. The reviewer also addresses the book's paradox that Taoism is a peaceful religion, yet the work is about war. The reviewer states that traditional Taoist concepts emerge from discussions of battle tactics and troop movements. The paper also discusses Taoist views on duality such as the ying-yang and the art of wu wei. The paper concludes by stating that although Taoism is traditionally viewed as a peaceful religion, it recognizes that life involves conflict, but that the wise man can mediate this conflict and control it so that it is least destructive and most productive.
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"Basically, Taoism is an ancient Chinese spiritual tradition that can be roughly translated as "the way of life." It provides loose proscriptions for how individuals can live in harmony with their surroundings and with their fellow man. But like any good philosophy, Taoism contains a few key tenets that are common throughout all of the writings on the subject. Chief among these include the idea that one should remain immovable and allow events to flow over and around oneself, that one should try to balance the opposite but complementary forces of the universe (yin and yang), and the art of "wu wei," which can be roughly translated as action through inaction or accomplishing goals through the least effort (Wilson). At its heart, Taoism recognizes that there is conflict inherent in life, that the competition for limited resources will inevitably lead to conflicts, but that this conflict naturally takes the form of a universal balance that human beings can imitate in their own endeavors (Cantrell 13). This realization is the point on which Sun Tzu is able to use Taoist philosophy to describe warfare. In other words, he uses the notion that conflict can be balanced and harmonious in dictating the way in which wars can best be fought."
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"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu, 1993.
A critical review of the 5th century Chinese classic work on military strategy and tactics and its applicability to modern warfare.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 1 source, AU$ 91.95
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"The Art of War, by Sun Tzu
This paper will review the classic discussion of military strategy and tactics, The Art of War. The first part will summarize the contents of the book, while the second part will discuss the book as it relates to modern warfare.
Written by a Chinese general sometime between 300 and 500 B.C., the Art of War consists of thirteen chapters describing how a military chieftain should conduct warfare. Written as a manual for other Chinese generals, it was intended to help them achieve victory in battle. As one of the oldest written guides to war, it naturally has attracted a lot of attention since it was first published in the West in the 18th Century. Its subject matter and reputation also attracted the attention of this reviewer.
Most of the book consists of tactical and strategic common sense, items which..."
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Sun Tsu and Machiavelli, 2006.
This paper analyzes how the historic views and opinions of Italian philosopher Niccolo Machiavelli and Chinese author Sun Tsu are both relevant and necessary in today's business world.
1,202 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 60.95
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The writer of this paper details how the necessity of strategy has made Sun Tsu and Machiavelli extremely popular subjects in business classes around the country. This paper examines the principles and strategic views of both Sun Tsu and Machiavelli while discussing their relevance in today's business world. This paper explores the various reasons both Machiavelli and Sun Tsu have been criticized for their ruthlessness. The writer delves into the issue of ethics and morality as a tactical strategy as detailed in Machiavelli's "The Prince" which is often read as a purely strategic text. The writer contends and explains why business is war and that the tactics of warfare and diplomacy make good business. This paper details the five governing factors that must be taken into account in both warfare and business as dictated in Sun Tsu's "The Art of War." This paper analyzes how the Coca Cola Corporation successfully applied Sun Tsu's "Stratagem of Sowing Discord" in a campaign to outsell Pepsi Corp.
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"This stress on morality as well as tactical strategy may seem antithetical to Machiavelli's advice to The Prince, which is often read as a purely strategic text. But both leaders counsel not higher aims, but what is tactically practical, and having a rallying cause is necessary to inspire the troops, ad well as to know one's enemy. Both leaders also give advice as to how to win over different nations, and stress the need to stay in power, as well as to purely acquire power. And Machiavelli notes, it "cannot be called talent to slay fellow-citizens, to deceive friends, to be without faith, without mercy, without religion; such methods may gain empire," in the short run, "but not glory," and long-lasting security for the ruler."
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Thought Processes: Plato, Machiavelli, Lao-Tzu, 2002.
This paper compares the works of Plato, Machiavelli and Lao-Tzu.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 115.95
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This paper compares the works of Plato, Machiavelli and Lao-Tzu.
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Lao Tzu and Chuang Tzu, 1995.
Compares philosophies, impact on Taoism, ideas on immortality and individuality, implications for governing oneself and others.
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"This study will examine Taoism in terms of the impact of that religion of Lao Tzu and Chuang Tzu. The study will compare these two men's philosophies and ideas as they relate to Taoism, and will explore the implications of their thoughts for governing oneself and others. Also included will be the consideration of the relationship of their approaches and contemporary counterculture.
A comparison with the conformity of Confucianism shows the non-conformity to be a clear reflection of contemporary counterculture. The latter rejects the traditional culture just as Taoism rejects Confucianism. It is no surprise, then, to find the contemporary counterculture leaning toward Taoist thought, Lao Tzu and Chuang Tzu in its attempts to find an alternative world view and a fresh, radical, individualized and more ..."
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The Yom Kippur War, 2002.
An analysis of the Yom Kipur War of 1973, using the theories of Clausewitz and Sun-Tzu to understand the war.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 102.95
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This paper will analyze the case study, "Yom Kippur War: A Case Study in the Use of War in Pursuit of National Policy" and will demonstrate the application the concepts and vocabulary in the resources that help to understand the topic at hand. In this paper, the study of this case will include theory of absolute war and the ideas of Clausewitz and the affects of the ideology of Sun-Tzu in his application of war. The emphasis on Sun-Tzu will be the knowledge of the enemy and his movements and how this is done in the framework of this case study.
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Business Theory, 2006.
This paper examines Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" and why they are still relevant today.
2,234 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 100.95
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The paper discusses how Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" are central to modern business studies. The paper highlights how these works are 2500 and 500 years old respectively, yet they have seen increased usage in classrooms and management seminars today. The ideas that both authors espoused about resolving conflict and employing political power are still useful and relevant because their language and ideas are not clouded by vague references or inflated logic. The author emphasizes how modern readers can still unearth wisdom in simple statements and uncomplicated sentences.
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"In the modern business world, a few texts have emerged as classics that are almost invariably required reading in management classes and courses on strategic application of business theory. Of those few texts, two in particular have become central for modern business studies even though some might consider them woefully out of date. I am talking, of course, about Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince." The former was written roughly 2,500 years ago in China. An Italian composed the latter during the Renaissance nearly five hundred years ago."
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Art of War, 2007.
This paper provides a book review of the work "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 87.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that the overall tenor of Sun Tzu's work is the use of war to achieve strategic advantage in politics, rather than to establish unquestioned dominance over an area. The writer notes that perhaps this is why the book is more popular today with leaders in non-military arenas, such as business and politics, who put Tzu's words into effect in diplomatic, rather than militaristic ways. Further, the writer points out that the constrained and tactical use of war to achieve an advantage was ideal in feudal societies, where war was an accepted part of life, but in a contained although constant fashion. The writer concludes that even though military circumstances have changed, because Sun Tzu introduced so many elements to his work with principles, examples, and potent metaphors that could be extrapolated to other areas of life, his words live on.
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"The emotional needs of the troops must be respected for the moral cause to move forward, they must be treated like men, and be entertained and well fed. Of course, this costs money, and Sun Tzu sees it as folly to go to war without enough money to feed, clothe, and arm soldiers. But it is also folly to bankrupt the government's coffers for the sake of the troops if one can forage effectively upon the enemy, rather than depending on the expenses of shipping goods to the troops. Sun Tzu is compassionate and practical."
"Sun Tzu's practicality extends to his views on war in general. He says it is best not to go to war at all, if one is ridiculously overmatched--Sun Tzu considers this a failure of moral authority and leadership as well, to commit an army to a cause that they are sure to lose. In what may seem odd in a book devoted to giving advice about war, Sun Tzu does not glorify warfare, or advocate a society should be perpetually at war."
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"The Art of War", 2002.
A review of Sun Tzu?s "The Art of War" which describes his philosophy of warfare.
2,124 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 96.95
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This paper examines how in "The Art of War", Sun Tzu, a 6th century B.C. Chinese general, discusses his philosophy and tactics to ensure the successful prosecution of war. It discusses how he viewed war as not just a tactical undertaking, but also as a strategic one and how Sun Tzu places particular emphasis on preserving resources, both your own as well as a defeated enemy?s and on the use of deception to achieve a commander?s objectives commander?s objectives.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Initial Estimations
Military Combat: The Army Contending
Planning Offensives
Military Disposition
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Sun Tzu advocates careful assessment and preparation before engaging in war. He discusses the importance of five factors. These are the unity of the nation behind its leader, the climate, the terrain, the quality of military leadership, and the quality of the troops and logistics. Critical self-analysis and assessment of the capabilities of the potential enemy must be undertaken by the commander before he engages in combat. Sun Tzu states that commanders who follow his philosophy will enjoy success while those who do not shouldn?t be employed by a ruler. Sun Tzu also advocates the use of deception by a commander."
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Leadership and Strategy, 2004.
This paper is about leadership and strategy and includes from Sun Tzu five "laws of Leadership" and five "laws of strategy."
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 57.95
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This paper is about leadership and strategy and includes from Sun Tzu five "laws of Leadership" and five "laws of strategy." Each law is buttressed by a (brief) verbatim reference to The Art of War.
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"Leadership and Strategy. Sun Tzu was born in the Chinese state of Ch'i during the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history and is believed to have authored "The Art of War" sometime during the fourth century BCE. Many great Chinese philosophers lived during this time including Confucius Mencius and Lao Tzu. Charles Rarick explains in SAM Advanced Management Journal, that the legend is that Sun Tzu's manuscript attracted the attention of King Ho-luof Wu who requested an audience with the author."
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The Greek Art of War, 2005.
Application of Sun Tzu's 'Art of War' to Xerxes' invasion of Greece.
2,305 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 103.95
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This paper presents an examination of the military strategy employed by the Greek and Persian armies during Xerxes' invasion of Greece in the 4th century BC. Sun Tzu's 'Art of War' is used as the basis for analysis and critique of the strategies employed by both sides. The paper discusses two major battles during the invasion- Thermopylae and Plataea.
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"More than two thousand years ago, a Chinese strategist known as Sun Tzu wrote one of the enduring classics of military theory. Most likely written during a period of Chinese history referred to as the 'Warring States' period, Sun Tzu's The Art of War has continued to be studied by military strategists for millennia. Even today, The Art of War is required reading for Naval Officer Candidates. At nearly the same time in the fourth century B.C., the Greek city-states were facing invasion from the mighty Persian army. Vastly outnumbered, the Greeks eventually triumphed by defeating their enemies at Plataea, but not before fighting one of history's greatest military stands at Thermopylae. By using Sun Tzu's classic text to analyze the battles of Thermopylae and Plataea, it is possible to gain a better understanding not only of the battles themselves, but also of the reasons why The Art of War has remained such an influential and respected text over the centuries."
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