Autry and Mitchell make clear the paradoxes of winning at work:
that only when we learn to let go of the illusion of control
can we empower others and ourselves; that conventional displays
of power are the least effective ways to get things done; that
helping our competition (inside or outside the company) can
bring us the greatest benefit; that employees already have power
in their skills, their commitment to their job, and their passion
for their work.
Each of the brief, poetic essays commenting on a selection from
the Tao Te Ching carries an essential lesson, which can be held
throughout the day as a reminder of how to build an ideal environment.
Integrating the elegant wisdom of Real Power can transform the
workplace from a source of stress into one of deep creativity
and even joy. Whether you’re at the top of the corporate ladder,
the middle, or the bottom,
this guide will help you make your
work fulfilling on every level from financial to personal.
