Laws of Power

Get to know your rivals, especially their secrets and hidden intentions. You can use spies or gather intelligence personally by posing as a friend. Pretend to bear your heart so they're also likely to share their secrets. Lay little traps for them to reveal their weaknesses and intentions. A strong enemy must always be crushed totally in body and in spirit – you cannot afford to show mercy or stop halfway. Don't isolate yourself behind a fortress - it's better to hide yourself in the crowd,. To gain and retain power, you must acquire the vital skills of assessing people. Know who and what kind of people you're dealing withSo you can work with the right people and avoid offending the wrong ones.