The Diamond Cutter
The Buddha on Managing Your Business and Your Life
Harmony/Rodale/Convergent · Print & ebook · September 1, 2009
The now classic work on Buddhism and business from the foremost American teacher of Tibetan Buddhism—reissued in a tenth anniversary edition with compelling case studies that showcase its principles in action around the globe.
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- Who it’s for
- Tibetan Buddhist thought meets practical questions about success in business and personal life.
- Themes
- Buddhism and business, Personal and professional success, Tibetan Buddhist philosophy
- Genres
- Personal Success, Tibetan Buddhism, Buddhist Thought
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The now classic work on Buddhism and business from the foremost American teacher of Tibetan Buddhism—reissued in a tenth anniversary edition with compelling case studies that showcase its principles in action around the globe. With a unique combination of ancient and contemporary wisdom from Tibetan Buddhism, The Diamond Cutter presents readers with empowering strategies for success in their personal and professional lives. The book is presented in three layers.
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The first is a translation of The Diamond Sutra, an ancient text of conversations between the Buddha and his close disciple, Subhuti. The second contains quotes from some of the best commentaries in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. And the third layer, the main text, is the practical application of Buddhist philosophies to the world of business, based upon Geshe Michael Roach's seventeen-years of experience as an employee of the Andin International Diamond Corporation, a company that grew during his tenure from four employees to a world leader in the jewelry industry. Roach’s easy style and spiritual understanding make The Diamond Cutter an invaluable source of timeless wisdom for those familiar or unfamiliar with Tibetan Buddhism. His focus on practical personal and business applications has resonated with and changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of individuals the world over since its original publication.
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Tibetan Buddhist thought meets practical questions about success in business and personal life.
Come here for
- A three-layer blend of scripture, commentary, and business application
- A thoughtful bridge between spiritual ideas and professional ambition
Expect
- Practical applications shaped by the author’s business experience
- An easy style alongside layered Buddhist teachings
Where it sits
| Tibetan Buddhism | 42% |
|---|---|
| Personal Success | 35% |
| Buddhist Thought | 31% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Personal Success
- Buddhist Sacred Writings
- Tibetan Buddhism
- Authors
- Geshe Michael Roach, Lama Christie McNally
- Publisher
- Harmony/Rodale/Convergent
- Published
- September 1, 2009
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Buddhism and business · Personal and professional success · Tibetan Buddhist philosophy
- Reading lane
- Personal Success