A strategy manual in the tradition of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu's The Art of War, and Tom Peters'In Pursuit of Excellence, The Office Oracle presents the lessons you need to cash in on the power of change at work.All it takes is four coins (what could be more appropriate for business?) and this book. Consult the oracle first thing each business day for advice on what to look for in your affairs. Consult it before important conferences and business meetings. Learn when you should smile and when to attack, when to take advantage of career opportunities, how to make money in the gray areas, and 197 other shrewd strategies for success.Author Patricia Monaghan has worked in government, business, and the non-profit sector, including eight years in management. She is a member of the interdisciplinary faculty of DePaul University in Chicago. It is her extensive experience and intuition that make this book, like the I Ching, excellent reading at any time. Read Less