This is a dialogue across East and West,
and a sincere remembrance of trust, responsibility, and mission.
From classroom to life, from ideas to practice,
the book records not only Drucker’s thought,
but the legacy of a belief at its core:
that management exists to develop human beings.

In 1999, Peter Drucker, the father of modern management, embarked on a profound dialogue with Chinese entrepreneur Shao Minglo over a shared vision for education. Drucker made a solemn commitment: to serve as Shao’s pro bono advisor for the rest of his life. In the years that followed, the two met regularly in California to discuss management education in China, economic realities, and organizational culture—forging a deep friendship that transcended both culture and age.
This book records that precious journey. It illustrates not only how Drucker translated ideas into practice, but also portrays his sincerity, warmth, and humanity. He held a deep hope for the future of management in China, remained steadfast in his belief in a “functioning society,” and, even in the final years of his life, continued to write and reflect with unwavering dedication.
More than just a memorial to Peter Drucker, this volume stands as a testament to the intellectual legacy passed between a philosopher and a practitioner.