Get Others to Do the Work for You, but Always Take the Credit - Deepstash

Get Others to Do the Work for You, but Always Take the Credit

Explanation: Power often comes from delegation and leveraging the work and talents of others. By using the skills and efforts of others, you can achieve your goals while conserving your energy and resources. This law advises you to be strategic in your collaborations: delegate tasks to others, but position yourself as the key figure or visionary behind the work, ensuring you receive recognition. Be careful, however, to not alienate those you rely on by exploiting them too overtly.

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