Be the only one who can do what you do or see yourself replaced in fear sooner or later. He proved himself to be an indispensable asset and had his strong position secured. None other than Bismarck was able to do so. Law #11: Learn To Keep People Dependent on you Otto von Bismarck led the King’s hand in uniting mighty Prussia.
Law #8: Make Other People Come To You – UseBait if Necessary “When I have laid the bait for deer, I don’t shoot at the first doe that comes to sniff, but wait until the whole herd has gathered round.” – Otto von Bismarck Force your opponent to react to your moves. Hire talents capable of doing what you can’t. He would capitalize on Nikola Tesla’s genius and garner all the credit. Law #7: Get Others to Do the Work for YouThomas Edison wasn’t much of a scientist, but a businessman. He would rather paint something out of the ordinary and ugly than be forgotten. Law #6: Court Attention at all CostPablo Picasso would not allow himself to fade into the background. All of the opposition were demoralized and doubting their chances of success facing him. Law #5: So Much Depends on Reputation – Guard It With Your life during the Second World War Erwin Rommel was known for his superior skill in cunning and deceptive strategy. Only speak when you have something meaningful to say. He would say “I shall see”, have them leave the room, and either take action or decide to do nothing about the issue, but always with an intimidating silence. Law #4:Always Say Less than necessary due to his unpredictability Louis XIV would have his courtiers tremble in fear when delivering bad news. Add a sense of inexplicable mystery to your character. Instead of being indirect and subtle, he exposed his true feelings for her and she lost all interest as he blurted out that he loved her. Law #3: Conceal Your IntentionsThe Marquis de Sevigne wanted to seduce a young countess. Former opponents make more loyal and stronger friends. People are selfish and pursue their own interests. Basilius, lusting for more power, murdered Michael out of greed.
Law #2: Never put too Much Trust in Friends, Learn How to Use Enemies Michael III of the Byzantine Empire was saved from death by Basilius, who Michael in turn favored with gifts and prestige.