Zen Business
Zen teaches that emptiness is the essence of things. We took that seriously.
Key Principles
Mu (無) - Emptiness
Our portfolio is empty. Our calendars are empty. Our minds are empty.
Wu Wei (無為) - Non-action
The Taoist concept of “non-action.” Our core competency.
Satori - Enlightenment
The moment you realize work is an illusion.
Meditation at Work
Sit down.
Close your eyes.
Breathe.
Do nothing.
Invoice.
Mindfulness Meeting
Our typical meeting:
- 5 minutes of silence
- 5 minutes of breathing
- 5 minutes of nothing
- End
Productivity: Maximum peace.
Business Koans
- “What is the sound of one unsent invoice?”
- “If a deadline falls and no one hears it, does it exist?”
- “What is your true throughput?”
Conclusion
Zen isn’t about doing. It’s about being. And we are. We just are.