The Way of the Dragon: Some Strategic Leadership Ways

Leadership & Organizational Management Journal, No. 2, pp. 40-59, 2009

Posted: 2 Mar 2010

See all articles by K C P Low

K C P Low

Kazakh Leading Academy of Architecture and Civil Engineering/ Kazakh American University (International Educational Corporation); University of the South Pacific; University of South Australia

Date Written: June 15, 2009

Abstract

The Chinese or the oriental dragon, a divine mythical creature, signifies power, greatness, benevolence, goodness and blessings. In emulating and following the way of the dragon, among other things, the strategic leader thus leads with example and integrity; (s)he leads justly and with compassion. Relying on the wisdom of the old, humaneness, the Tao of the ancient emperors (now practiced by strategic leaders) is put forth; this still has great relevance in an age of rapid changes, and hence its appeal. Positive and harmonious relationships are emphasised, with the country (the world) and its citizens enjoying the ‘Big Peace’. With various Chinese proverbs cited, the paper carries several leadership relevance and lessons.

Keywords: Leadership, Confucianism, strategic thinking

Suggested Citation

Low, Kim Cheng Patrick, The Way of the Dragon: Some Strategic Leadership Ways (June 15, 2009). Leadership & Organizational Management Journal, No. 2, pp. 40-59, 2009, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1559209

Kim Cheng Patrick Low (Contact Author)

Kazakh Leading Academy of Architecture and Civil Engineering/ Kazakh American University (International Educational Corporation) ( email )

28, Ryskulbekov street
Almaty
Kazakhstan

University of the South Pacific ( email )

Laucala Campus
Suva
Fiji

University of South Australia

37-44 North Terrace, City West Campus
Adelaide, South Australia 5001
Australia

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