“Motion is crucial to the way of leading people.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“Move with the present. Lead people in the moment. When leaders neither push nor pull, willingly the people follow.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“She who is pushed resists. He who gets pulled pulls back. A wise leader neither pushes nor pulls. Instead, he blends with what is.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“Those who lead people do not seek greatness, and, therefore, they are truly great.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“Leading people without pushing or pulling is understood by too few.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“When leading people remember your larger purpose.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“Practice non-action. Let people work. Pay attention to the details. The rest will happen as it should.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“Observe the basics. Be great through small things. Great acts are made up of small deeds.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“True leaders move beyond competing and conquer everything. Humility is the quality of the great leader. To lead people, simply walk before them. In this way, the people do not feel dragged.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“A great leader understands humility, not grandiose posturing or empty words. This is what leading people means.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“Serving others creates wealth.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
“A great leader does not seek fame. If distinction comes, then distinction comes. He completes his work, sharing praise and wealth.”
—Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
Living Completely
To us, Zensho means living completely. The inspiration for our name comes from Tesshu Yamaoka (1836-1888). A man of selfless action, Tesshu played an influential role in Japan's restoration of the Emperor Meiji in 1868. He was perhaps better known, however, as a calligraphist and for the establishment of the Muto Ryu (No-Sword Martial Arts School). Later in life, Tesshu founded a hermitage named Zensho-an. It still exists in Tokyo's Taito Ward.
“Zensho” by Masaaki Hatsumi
As recruiters, we recognize that our words and actions impact people's lives. We strive to see the bigger picture, beyond a simple business transaction. With a deeper understanding of our clients and the people we represent, we can help craft relationships that bear great value over time.
This philosophy guides our work at Zensho.