Avoid making superiors feel inferior

1. Never Outshine the Master

Keep others guessing to avoid resistance.

Conceal Your Intentions

Use Enemies: Keep allies close, but rivals closer—they’re more motivated.

Never Trust Friends Overly

Silence = power; vagueness creates mystery.

Always Say Less Than Necessary

Guard Reputation Relentlessly

Manipulate others’ labor for your gain.

Let Others Do the Work, Take Credit

Make Others Come to You

Win Through Actions, Not Arguments

Avoid the Unhappy/Unlucky

Keep People Dependent

Disarm targets with calculated kindness.

Use Selective Honesty/Generosity

Appeal to Self-Interest

Pose as a Friend, Spy as a Foe

Crush Enemies Totally

Use Absence to Boost Respect

Keep Others in Suspense

Fortresses breed paranoia; stay connected

Don’t Isolate Yourself

Know Who You’re Dealing With

Don’t Commit to Sides

Be bold and visible to dominate narratives.

Court Attention

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Law #4 – Always Say Less Than Necessary

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