We all are very much familiar with the history of Chandragupta & his mentor Kautilya Chanakya. With the reference to this, we also aware with one of the oldest treatises is ARTHASHASTRA. This book was written by Vishnugupta Chanakya in 350BC-275BC.
This Indian treatise related to politics, economics, military strategy, the function of the state, and social organization. This book was very much helpful for the kings in ruling & controlling the kingdom. In today's time, it is very much helpful for entrepreneurs & corporate leaders for nourishing their leadership skills.
In Arthashastra some bitter truth are which are as follow.
(1) if a leader is too honest then he will be screwed first, just as straight trees are cut first. So too much honesty can turn out to be dangerous.
(2) A leader must at least pretend to be dangerous or scary or he may be taken for granted. Just like a non-poisonous snake, at least pretend to be venomous.
(3) A leader should never share his secrets with anybody or else he may be blackmailed sooner or later.
(4) A leader should always be aware that any friend could betray.
(5) A leader before starting his work should always seek answers to three basic questions
- Why am I doing this?
- What would be the repercussions?
- Will I be successful in my task?
Only after getting satisfactory replies to these three questions, one should go ahead.
(6) A leader should face fear fearlessly.
(7) A leader should not abandon his task midway due to fear of failure.
(8) A leader should remember that greatness is achieved not because of birth but because of deeds.
(9) A leader should take care when he makes friends, they should be at par. Neither above or below one's status
Behaviors Tips in Arthashtra:
(1) Never make incredible or false statements.
(2) Never interrupt the king (leader) when he is speaking
(3) Mind the body language by avoiding loud laughter, brow-beating, buffoonery, etc.
(4) Avoid asking for promotions or personal benefits in public
Conclusion:
The ancient wisdom of Chanakya is every bit relevant today as it was hundreds of years ago. We try and emulate the leading business leaders of the world today. However, the principles that we learn at leading Business Schools today were already being taught by the great Chanakya. He transformed Chandragupta from a common man to Emperor Chandragupta Maurya, who ruled over the entire India.
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