Practical Management Philosophy
Practical Management Lessons from the Founder of Panasonic
“This collection sets forth my management principles, or my management philosophy; that is, my basic thoughts on how to manage an enterprise based on 60 years of experience and lessons learned. The term “management philosophy” sounds perhaps a bit grandiose, as this work is neither the result of disciplined academic study nor a systematically developed treatise. Rather, it is a compilation of practical lessons which, in my experience, will surely create the foundations for success for any company that builds its management upon them.” (from the Preface)
Contents
Preface
1. First Establish a Management Philosophy
2. Always Think in Terms of Seisei Hatten
3. Understand Human Nature
4. Fully Understand the Mission
5. Follow Natural Law ·
6. Regard Profits as a Reward
7. Promote Mutual Prosperity ·
8. Assume the Public is Right
9. Believe You Will Succeed
10. Strive for Autonomy
11. “Dam” Management ·
12. Sound Management Practice
13. Be Committed to Specialization
14. People before Products
15. Collective Wisdom
16. Harmony in Opposition
17. Creative Management
18. Start Anew Every Day
19. Be Politically Aware
20. The Sunao Mind
Afterword
Index
Notes