The Zen of Business

In The Zen of Business: Ancient Wisdom to Help Modern Leaders Lead with Intention, Clarity, and Purpose, renowned business and leadership expert Keith Roberts delivers an exciting and inspirational guide to personal success and professional growth driven by ancient Buddhist wisdom. The author explains how the principles of karma, the Eightfold Path, and other foundations of Eastern philosophy can be applied to your career and leadership style in ways that increase the positive impact you have on your organization and the people around you. Roberts focuses on the concept of Ikigai, a Japanese term meaning "a reason for being," walking you through guided exercises and reflective practices that lead you on a journey to uncover your own life's purpose and vision. He goes on to discuss strategies that can help you cultivate mindfulness, enhance focus, and promote ethical decision-making, as well as a host of Zen tools and techniques you can apply to your business and personal life. The book dives deep into the tools and rituals practiced by Buddhist masters for centuries, combining depth of tradition, practical applications, scientifically backed principles, the author's personal experience, and customizable practices to create a transformative path to personal and professional success. The Zen of Business combines proven and timeless Buddhist practices with established business techniques. It's perfect for executives, managers, and other leaders who seek balance, success, and happiness at work and in life. It's also a must-read resource for entrepreneurs, founders, freelancers, and small business owners interested in applying essential, ancient wisdom to their everyday lives.