The Power of Silence

When you say less than necessary, you inevitably appear greater and more powerful than you are. Your silence will make other people uncomfortable. So much depends on reputation, guard it with your life. Reputation is the cornerstone of power. Through reputation alone, you can intimidate and win. Make your reputation unassailable. Always be alert to potential attacks and thwart them before they happen. Meanwhile, destroy your enemies by opening holes in their own reputations. Then stand aside and let public opinion hang them.