Applying Ninja Strategies to our Business

Applying Ninja Strategies to our Business

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessIntroduction

• In order to overcome any business hardship and challenge, we need to improve our business perception and strategies.

• And based on that we would like to share some of the principals and philosophies used by the “Ninjas” to face obstacles and improve performance.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessWho were the Ninjas?

• We know little about the origins of the Ninja.

• It is thought that these warriors were ex-military men who fled China after the collapse of the T’ang dynasty and settled in Japan.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessWho were the Ninjas?

• The Ninjas became teachers of martial arts, philosophy and mysticism, adapted from their esoteric knowledge learned in China, India and Tibet.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessImportant

• We can adapt what we’ve learned from the Ninja way of life in order to fine tune our assets and professional tools to face our obstacles and to convince people of our ideas and whereby become one with our mind and business.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessThe secret teachings of the Ninja

• The secret teachings of the Ninjas are based upon the ancient Chinese lore of the four elements: – Earth, water, fire and Air.

• It may sound esoteric, but this wisdom is really practical and it can be applied to improve our business performance.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessTeaching 01 – Be like the earth

Teaching 01This secret is about being

grounded.. Main Effect

When we are grounded, we are better prepared to face the realities of

business.

Business BenefitWe should avoid getting involved in any illusion that the market can bring

to us.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessTeaching 02 – Be like fire

Teaching 02Learn to improve your energy..

Main EffectPassion and Motivation helps us to

work under pressure and face adversities.

Business BenefitEnergy gives us the strength to face challenges and courage to overcome

fears and obstacles.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessTeaching 03 – Be like the water

Teaching 03Water always finds its way.

Keep yourself moving.

Main EffectWe can always find an answer or

alternative when facing a difficult task.

Business BenefitWe develop better business insights

when believing that there is always an answer to our problems.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessTeaching 04 – Be like the wind

Teaching 04The wind is also an adaptable force.

Main EffectDeveloping our adaptability skills

allows us to work under any environment.

Business BenefitAdaptability is the key element to

survive in our business environment.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessThe Book – Ninja Innovation

• Gary Shapiro is President and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association. In his book “Ninja Innovation”, he uses some ancient Ninja metaphors to share some interesting business strategies.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessBusiness Strategies 01 & 02

Strategy 01 - Victory

Ninja: The goal of a ninja is to defeat the enemy and complete the job.

Business Strategy: Successful business people succeed because they are driven

to win.

Strategy 02 - Team

Ninja: They often operated as a team and they were a team of professionals.

Business: Build an effective team with the best and supportive people.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessBusiness Strategies 03 & 04

Strategy 03 – Take a risk

Ninja: They were never afraid to take risks when facing their enemies.

Business: Don’t’ be afraid to take risks as they are unavoidable when aiming high to achieve profits and success.

Strategy 04 – Battle

Ninja: They are always prepared for a tough battle.

Business: Being prepared demands discipline and organization.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessBusiness Strategies 05 & 06

Strategy 05 – The Art of War

Ninja: They always know that winning a war can be an art that should be

continually mastered.

Business: A successful strategy is a living strategy; it must be executed in a way that

allows a change and adaptability in tactics.

Strategy 06 – Stealth

Ninja: They are the shadow warriors.

Business: Choose the best time to present and use your strategies and business plan and be prepared to work in a quiet way.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessBusiness Strategies 07 & 08

Strategy 07 – Innovate or Die

Ninja: They are prepared to confront obstacles that may force them to alter

their strategical approach.

Business: It’s the same with today’s enterprises. Life and business are not

predictable; we must be flexible.

Strategy 08 – Rules

Ninja: They create chaos because they don’t follow the normal rules.

Business: It is important to know well the market rules and make the most of

it.

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessBusiness Strategies 09 & 10

Strategy 09 – The Best

Ninja: They succeed because they work hard and diligent to be the best.

Business: We need to achieve a high level of excellence in all we try to do.

Strategy 10 – Technology

Ninja: they learn to use specific weapons to destroy their enemies.

Business: Technology gives us may tools that allow us to improve and

innovate almost infinitely.

• Appreciation for Editorial Assistance by William R.Z. Kush:– [email protected]

Applying Ninja Strategies to our BusinessOur References

• The following are referenced in this presentation:– http://www.amazon.com/Ninja-Innovation-

Strategies-Successful-Businesses/dp/0062242326– http://devopsangle.com/2013/03/08/secrets-of-a-

devops-ninja-four-techniques-to-overcome-deployment-roadblocks/

– http://goodlifezen.com/these-four-secrets-of-the-ninja-can-help-you-overcome-anything/

– http://www.ce.org/News/News-Releases/Press-Releases/2013-Press-Releases/Ninja-Innovation-The-Ten-Killer-Strategies-of-(1).aspx

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