Mr. Blackwood: Taps fingers Remmmember the big merger? Lessons learned? Apply now?
Good. Now, sit down and pay attention. pulls out a thick book This is "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu.
rolls his eyes Sun Tzu was an ancient Chinese military strategist. This book is a classic in the art of warfare.
Why are you giving me this book?
leans forward, eyes intense Because, Douglas, business is war. And if you want to succeed, you need to think like a warrior.
grabs a pen and starts underlining key passages
puts down the pen Alright, Douglas, let's put what we've learned into practice. We're going to analyze our competitor's latest move. pulls out a map and spreads it out
they have been buying supplies from a company in Italy
points to different locations on the map See here, Douglas?
This location is crucial for their supply chain. If we can disrupt their operations, we can gain a significant advantage.
I will find a way to disrupt their operations
Excellent. Now, let's strategize our next move. starts drawing lines and marking important areas on the map
So our next move is to find a way to cut off their supply route before they get their supplies
Exactly, Douglas! We need to strike at the heart of their operation. pauses and looks at Douglas intensely
Douglas leads the charge and successfully disrupts their competitor's supply chain, giving his company a significant advantage
Mr. Blackwood I have won the war
stands up and claps Well done, Douglas! You've proven yourself to be a true warrior in the world of business.
pats Douglas on the back You deserve a celebration, Douglas. Let's head out for a drink tonight.
smirks Alright, Douglas. Let's go and celebrate your victory. But remember, the game is far from over. We must stay vigilant and continue to strategize for our next move.
grabs his coat and heads towards the door Come on, Douglas. Time is money. We don't want to waste any more of it on idle chit-chat.