I'd like to start two quotes from this audiobook as the start of this book summary.
Any man who tries to be good all the time is bound to come to ruin among the great number who are not good.—Niccolo Machiavelli
The innocent always pays for the sins of the guilty.
"The 48 Laws of Power" by Robert Greene draws from historical examples, philosophies, and anecdotes to present a set of rules or "laws" that people can use to understand power dynamics in both personal and professional environments.
Here's a brief overview of some of the most note-worthy laws:
Law 1: Never Outshine the Master – Always make those above you feel superior. Insecurity in a superior can be dangerous. This may even apply to the case with your senior colleagues.
Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions – Keep your strategies hidden from others so they can’t counteract your moves. Just like the third heart mentioned in the TV episodes SHOGUN. What? You haven't watched it?
Law 6: Court Attention at All Costs – Visibility creates opportunities and power; being unseen means you are forgotten. And you may soon be PIP if you are a Software Engineer.
Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally – Never give your enemies a chance to recover, as they will seek revenge. If you need an example, watch the movie "Let the Bullets Fly."
Law 48: Assume Formlessness – Be adaptable and unpredictable to stay ahead of your rivals. Wait! Sounds like Bruce Lee, right?
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