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Book] Leadership | Classics Circle: The Analects - Confucius (04/12)
A Conversation Across Centuries
Reading Time: 14 minutes
Classical Period: 5th century BCE (Ancient China, compiled by disciples)
Core Philosophy: Relationships are everything. Ritual creates harmony. Virtue is cultivated through proper conduct.
Why I'm Reading This
After last month's Machiavelli—who taught me that power is
Newsletter - Week of March 24, 2025
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