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Zen and the Art of Corporate Inactivity

Eastern philosophy applied to Western laziness. Masterfully.

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.