Philosophy in Business
Stoicism is a philosophical ideology that can be traced all the way back to Ancient Greece and Rome. It is a school of thought that inhabits many ideas, but the general theme is that we must not be deterred by external factors. Stoics believe that achieving tranquility is done by ceasing to worry about circumstances out of their control. Succumbing to external circumstances is inevitably unproductive. These broad and deeply philosophical ideals of the Stoics can be applied to business practices in a very practical sense. Stoics practice turning obstacles into opportunities, and this is something that is crucial for successful entrepreneurs. And at its core, stoic ideals are the perfect model for a quality leader: virtue, character, compassion. Rationality and perspective are also often very important for successful business-people. Being aware of your circumstances allows you to make rational decisions from a position of leade...