Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai

A lecture aimed at providing business managers with a unique perspective on how to manage their businesses using the wisdom of ancient Chinese philosophy was held in Xiangzhou District of Zhuhai on Nov 29.

More than 100 leaders of small and medium sized enterprises take part in a lecture held in Xiangzhou on Nov 29. [Photo provided to China Daily]

More than 100 leaders of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) took part in the event, hoping learn and apply secrets from the past to their own businesses. 

Luo Shuzhong, a tutor for a program combining business and Chinese culture at Peking University, used real world examples to discuss corporate culture, talent management, and strategy.

Participants listen carefully to the lecture on business management. [Photo provided to China Daily]

A particular highlight was Luo's in-depth analysis of innate knowing, developed by Wang Yangming, a famous philosopher in the Ming Dynasty (1472-1592). The belief focuses on obtaining intuitive knowledge through self-reflection. His proposition on the unity of knowledge and action can be applied to management philosophy.

Luo Shuzhong, a tutor for a program combining business and Chinese culture at Peking University, explains how to integrate Chinese ancient philosophy with business administration. [Photo provided to China Daily]

The lecture was part of a series of events organized by the Xinagzhou government to help develop SMEs. More policy promotion, trainings, and industry exchanges will be held in the future.