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Excerpts from the Essence of Zeng Shiqiang's Works
Professor Zeng Shiqiang is a master with profound attainments in both Chinese traditional culture and management studies. His writings encompass wisdom in many areas, offering great inspiration for our personal conduct, career development, and family management.
I. On Personal Conduct
In interpersonal interactions, Zeng Shiqiang emphasizes being "flexible yet principled rather than merely slick." He said that one should not be too rigid and must know how to adapt flexibly, but this absolutely does not mean pleasing others without any principles. For example, when collaborating with colleagues, we cannot blindly conform to others' opinions and lose our own judgment. However, we also should not be obstinate and completely disregard others' feelings. We must learn to observe the timing, express our views at the appropriate moment, and respect others' thoughts—only then can we build good interpersonal relationships within the team.
He also mentioned the importance of speaking cautiously. Everyone understands the adage "trouble comes from the mouth," yet often we struggle to practice it. Zeng Shiqiang believes that before speaking, we should always consider whether the words should be said and whether they might hurt others. In workplace meetings, organize your thoughts before speaking to avoid talking recklessly. Do not rush to express yourself; instead, carefully consider whether your views are mature and suitable for the occasion. At the same time, it is a basic bottom line to keep silent about others' privacy and sensitive topics.
II. Wisdom in the Workplace
Regarding career advancement, Zeng Shiqiang pointed out that while ability is important, interpersonal relationships are also indispensable. Many people believe that strong professional skills alone will lead to promotion. In reality, this is not the case. In the complex environment of the workplace, only by managing relationships well with superiors, colleagues, and subordinates can one develop more effectively. For instance, one should learn to appropriately showcase achievements to superiors without being overly conspicuous. At the same time, it is essential to be adept at helping colleagues, establishing good cooperative relationships, and building one's reputation within the team.
The Ten Most Essential Quotes by Zeng Shiqiang:
1. In disputes between people, what is contested is reason, but what is lost is affection, and what is hurt is oneself.
2. Those who are overly rigid often fail to accomplish great things. In life, being too serious is like a straight tree trunk that easily snaps in a strong wind, while the flexible willow can dance with the breeze.
3. Speaking bluntly is recklessness.
4. Recognizing others' strengths gathers positive energy; focusing on others' flaws collects garbage.
5. One must withstand severe trials to rise above others.
6. If man works not for himself, Heaven will destroy him. For example, in social situations, appropriate compliments and maintaining each other's image are not hypocrisy or selfishness but social wisdom.
7. What is meant to be yours will be yours. Do not strive forcibly; what is yours will come in time.
8. Rest is to walk a longer road.
9. Everything in the universe is dynamic, constantly changing; human destiny is also dynamic, always in flux.
10. For uncertain matters, as long as it is reasonable, just do it. Do not hesitate or waver.
11. Anything, if used reasonably, has value.
12. People should have a sense of fear and not indulge themselves or act recklessly for the sake of their own desires.