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The Path

Japanese Wisdom for Life and Leadership

Contributors

By Konosuke Matsushita

Formats and Prices

On Sale
Jul 6, 2027
Page Count
272 pages
Publisher
Union Square & Co.
ISBN-13
9781454976011

Price

$28.00

Price

$37.00 CAD

From Japan’s revered “god of management” comes this classic guide to living well, leading wisely, and flourishing in a constantly changing world.

Face each day with purpose and enthusiasm. Prosperity should serve people and society. Make wise, courageous decisions. Perseverance and resilience matter.

In 1968, Japanese industrialist and philosopher of ethical capitalism Konosuke Matsushita—the visionary entrepreneur behind Panasonic—wrote a profound manifesto on how to find fulfillment during challenging times. An enduring bestseller that is as relevant today as ever, The Path is a collection of timeless wisdom for both individuals and organizations alike.

In spare and reflective prose, Matsushita offers compassionate advice for life and work on topics ranging from accepting adversity and practicing tolerance to cultivating a spirit of independence and learning from mistakes. Perfect to dip into for daily inspiration, this book is an essential compass for meaningfully navigating our own unique path.


Konosuke Matsushita

About the Author

Konosuke Matsushita (1894–1989) was a Japanese industrialist and the founder of Panasonic. Beyond building one of Japan’s largest electronics companies, he was a celebrated thinker on ethical capitalism and leadership philosophy. In 1946, he also founded the PHP Institute (Peace and Happiness through Prosperity) to promote social and moral reflection in postwar Japan. Because of his influence on modern Japanese business philosophy, in Japan, Matsushita is often referred to as “the god of management.” 

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