The 33 Strategies of War in Under 30 Minutes

In this video, I go over all 33 Strategies of War with images of characters or events from each chapter in the book. In case you need a recap, here are all 33 Strategies of War:
1) Declare War on Your Enemies
2) Do Not Fight the Last War
3) Do Not Lose Your Presence of Mind
4) Create a Sense of Urgency & Desperation
5) Avoid The Snare of Groupthink
6) Segment Your Forces
7) Transform Your War into a Crusade
8) Pick Your Battles
9) Turn the Tables
10) Create a Threatening Presence
11) Trade Space for Time
12) Lose The Battles But Win The War
13) Know Your Enemy
14) Overwhelm Resistance With Speed and Suddenness
15) Control the Dynamic
16) Hit Them Where it Hurts
17) Defeat Them in Detail
18) Expose and Attack Your Enemy's Soft Flank
19) Envelop The Enemy
20) Maneuver Them Into Weakness
21) Negotiate While Advancing
22) Know How To End Things
23) Weave a Seamless Blend of Fact and Fiction
24) Take The Line of Least Expectation
25) Occupy the Moral High Ground
26) Deny Them Targets
27) Seem to Work for the Interests of Others
28) Give Your Rivals Enough Rope To Hang Themselves
29) Take Small Bites
30) Penetrate Their Minds
31) Destroy From Within
32) Dominate While Seeming to Submit
33) The Chain Reaction Strategy
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Hey Robert, I purchased a copy of The Daily Laws and its missing 33 pages. Can I get a replacement? I would greatly appreciate it.

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Robert I am curious, what do you think about the movie Napoleon Bonaparte?

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16:51

[@UmeshPithadia]

Superb i won't share this or forward this Salut you sir.🏅🏅🏅🏅 I m at war since 17 dec 2008 C. NO 2592 OF 1991 bombay, India AGINEST WRONG, COURRUPTED JUDICIARY OF INDIA.

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This is a must have life strategy book. I have read it and have re-read it. It has helped me throughout my life and will into my future. It is my life reference book for all-time.

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How do you remember it when I read a book I mostly forget all about it the next day?

[@eshankaushal27]

​@@redblade5389 I am the same ! I'm planning to re-read the book over and over again. 1 or chapters a day. It has to be a ritual!

[@JAVK.]

Using these strategies, I won the war with a toxic family member after 25 years of battles.

[@glenpki]

What strategies did you employ?

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How did you win?

[@conlawmeateater8792]

It was tough growing up with a mentally ill mother. Flying off the handle skipping zero to 100 in 3 seconds over the most miniscule issue at hand. This has helped me a lot and De escalation tactics.

[@NONEOFYOURBIZ69]

Makes you toxic too

[@theone6189]

Depends, of course, on how one defines "toxic."

[@theshadylady1982]

I love that you're making these videos. Your books are amazing and these are a great way to refresh the info quickly ... ensuring it isn't forgotten, as repetition is the key to remembering... and it's only useful if you remember it. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us... its truly life changing.

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12--Lose Battles, But Win The War: Grand Strategy Grand strategy is the art of looking beyond the present battle and calculating ahead. Focus on your ultimate goal and plot to reach it. Robert Greene, The 33 Strategies of War

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Reverse engenering. Start at the end goal. Free humanity from slavery and heal into abundance mentality.

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This book is absolutely unbelievable! An absolute masterpiece! Thank you Robert!❤️

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I loved this book so much, it helped me so much in becoming a much more confident person

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@@Dishant_630 read it ur self and find out

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@@Dishant_630funny how not a single soul answers when folks ask why or how lol

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I haven't purchased and read this one yet, but I'm going to remedy that in a few mins. *Mr. Greene, you are helping people's lives with your books.* I hope you know that. I don't have the words to communicate the gravity of what I'm trying to say, but I feel extremely lucky to be able to read your work and watch these videos. Thank you

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Beautifully written. Peaceful music and great choice of art!

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*The research and compilation of this information is so Admirable, powerful... breathtaking almost unbelievable. May God Bless you with more years. I'm at awe!* Thank you. 🤝

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This is so amazing. Absolutely inspiring and ready to use

[@brocklanders8887]

This is one of my favorite books. Thank you for this video.

[@paulholbach3716]

The concise version of 33 strategies of war was the first R. Greene book I read 15 years ago. It is still my favorite book of him. Here in Germany exists only a translation of the concise version of it, as far as I know. However I love the English version much more. Two days ago I found & bought the BIG version of it. Had to buy it. 🤪

[@rabz1229]

Thank you Mr. Greene, much love.

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I'm loving this series. Looking forward for the laws of human nature summary!

[@njj6534]

Thank you again Robert Greene. It would be great to have this type of video for all of your books.

[@karlstrauss2330]

This is copied from the audiobook with the same narrator.

[@MegaAsdfgh321]

One of the best books which is sadly spoken about least out of all of Robert's masterpieces! Would really appreciate a breakdown on how the different types of warefare as outlined in the contents apply: Self-directed,, Team, Defensive, Offensive, Unconventional From studying it seems like a process of it's own where if you have not overcome your mind, created the appropriate structure, seen if the battle is worth it (defensive) then you can't move on to an actual offensive grand strategy but would appreciate a breakdown, thanks

[@bethanienaylor]

Create the breakdown yourself. You seem to already have the insights necessary to do it.

[@MegaAsdfgh321]

@@bethanienaylor thanks for the advice, I am not a content creator so the best I can do is probably expand on what I have learned from studying Robert's book in this reply. Strategy is a way of thinking that is and Robert mentions this a lot even when describing power in the 48 laws These 33 strategies in each part are meant to deal with a particular problem you may face when "creating" a strategy not in the midst of a battle here are my reasons for believing this: 1. Robert mentions how the "strategic" element of war is in the planning stage - the 33 strategies highlight a way of thinking that is not easy but is a rational way to think about war and solve problems that you may face. 2. Sun Tzu said the ideal was winning without bloodshed - this was VERY hard for me to understand and come to terms with. When we read books like the 33 strategies or the 48 laws it is often when we want to fight or tackle a problem so we are already very emotional. Through that lens it misses the whole point which is to AVOID war in it's brutal direct form and instead handle situations rationally or ideally settle conflicts without it being costly. What fascinates me about the 33 strategies is that there are 5 parts covering different forms of warfare. I have come to believe that the 5 parts as outlined in the book signify different levels of war. Self-directed warfare being the first and Dirty warfare being the last/latest evolution For the breakdown I will try to keep it brief but practical: Part 1. Self-directed Warfare - This is the first level of strategy. The war with our minds is the most important as our own human nature wants us to think we don't have enemies, use what worked before, lose our cool when things get hard and to take things easy rather than act now. You must overcome it when planning to go war as if your mind is unable to see what is really going on any strategy you create will misfire. P.S. Even after a success or failure we must always go back to war with our minds, many companies/great people have had success then continued doing the same thing or given up because they did not go back to the basics. Part 2. Team (Organisational) Warfare - This is the second level of strategy. As mentioned strategy is not jumping into battle it is a way of thinking. Hence, this part highlights a strategic way of thinking about the team you lead or are a part of. Most leaders would look at how many troops they have or how much money is in the bank for their business. A wise general would look at the structure of their team which is strategic thinking. This part highlights the importance of creating a structure that allows you to respond faster than the enemy, speed is the main concern in strategy not manpower. Part 3. Defensive Warfare - This is the third level of strategy. Once you are all set for War, your mind is ready, your team is ready you have to ask if the battle is even worth fighting? This part reminds me of when Sun Tzu says: "When the enemy is weak we fight, when the enemy is strong we retreat". This level of strategic thinking is very difficult as we all have big dreams and goals but thinking of the level of the battle every fight has to be worth it. There is no point setting a big goal (offensive warfare) if our attitude towards battle is unrealistic. Key takeaway of this part is that we look deeply at what we have before we even launch a campaign or set huge goals not on what you don't have or wish you had. This is so hard and probably requires constant thought because we all wish we had an investor on board for our business or more time than we really have when we really don't. You'll know when you're being realistic because it's something you can actually implement today with little cost. We also learn to use what we have to the maximum, fight on our terms never on the enemies. If the enemy is stronger the battle is not worth it, if we are stronger we still make the war as easy as possible for us and as hard as possible for the enemy. Rome was not built in a day but 1 brick at a time over many years. This is a very difficult concept to get around as strategic thinking takes in the whole picture instead of individual battles. But, the attitude we have towards each battle must still be strategic instead of just tactical. This means thinking deeply about whether or not it's even worth it before engaging. The story of Pyrrhus who went from battle to battle without giving any thought about if each one was even worth it or what the situation was like before he even engaged highlights this well. This Part is so important, always think about whether each and every battle is worth it. So so important to use the strengths on the enemies weaknesses. We want each battle to be efficient and conclusive, never long, drawn out and bloody. Part 4. Offensive Warfare - This is the fourth level of strategy and in my opinion the hardest. Once your mind and team are set and you understand that war and battle itself is never worth it for the sake of it you must expand your mind to think of the campaign, the greater goal we are working towards. Having a clear eye on that greater goal will help all your decisions on what battles to take and avoid (Defensive warfare) as they will be based on something in the distance. BUT it is so important the goal we set is also realistic, worth it? This part is hard as we now have to consider politics around a situation, the enemy, who else our actions affect. This Part introduces grand strategy because it really is strategy on another level, you're seeing the bigger picture, things you can easily overlook before the battle even begins. It is so hard as throughout the campaign you must be careful not to lose sight of your greater goal and also to pick your battles carefully (Defensive). This part dives further into looking at the enemy and what weaknesses they may have, grand strategy chapter is the overall summary and the others are all the components to consider to become a grand strategist such as knowing your enemy and the importance of ending things well. Part 5. Dirty (Unconventional) Warfare - This is the fifth level of strategy and probably the easiest to explain yet hardest to implement. Taking everything you have considered in your campaign and before.. can we make it more indirect? If the enemy doesn't even know what you're planning because you have hidden them within a smokescreen you can't lose. It's the ultimate evolution of war where the enemy can't even see what is happening before it is too late. Hard to implement as you have to be careful becuase if you are caught using unconventional dirty strategies the enemy will respond with even dirtier strategies which will require more brainpower to defend against (if you can even see what they respond with as it's unconventional). You're messing around with each other's reality which is very dangerous. Hope this helps, this is my opinion and understanding on the Parts but I do feel it is the most underrated book by Robert because it is a new way of thinking which if you can master can bring untold power and an easier life. Take care

[@bethanienaylor]

@@MegaAsdfgh321 great explanation! I enjoyed reading it! Thank you! ... and to become a content creator, all you need is a phone 😉. I even have a few videos on my YT account. I'd watch your video on the subject! 😃

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One of the best books I've ever read. No other book/author sees the world with so much clarity. It helped me immensely to take responsibility of my life.

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I've enjoyed all of your books Robert!

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I would pay a lot of money for a new edition with examples of the laws from recent leaders, wars and events.

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Thank you for sharing Sir.

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This book, is my favorite all of all he has written. The stories in it are simply fascinating!

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I can take inspiration from every single word robert said in this video

[@siddharthsinghvi728]

@Robert Green - Thanks so much. Loving this series. Looking forward to the summaries of laws of human nature, mastery and the art of seduction. Thanks again!

[@nihal_veersodiya]

Yes please Uncle Robert, a long summary for The Laws of Human Nature , It would be a great help😊

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If only I had learned, many years before how much damage, optimistic naivety and unconditional trust in and regard of others, has caused to my well being, to those I loved and in establishing a path in life. I read and recognise these with bitter experience.

[@mahakether1029]

Thank you so much for keeping making videos Robert! You are my favorite autor!

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I could visualize all the great wars , battles, political leaders , Military leaders and corporate ..all in this . Excellent.

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Lmaoo

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President Hon. WSR of Kenya has mastered this book. Living application of this book

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You are from Kenya?

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Wakenya tumo kila mahali

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@@sinclairn2981 Hehe Hustler is R.Greens student!

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Robert Greene,I am reading your first book 48 laws of power and i am insanely loving it and i wish you can write another masterpiece🙌

[@theone6189]

You say this as if he has only written one book.

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You know he has a bunch, right?

[@nextmillionare]

@@TrentonErker yes but as I already said "I wish"

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Well done Mr.Greene

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Thankyou MR GREENE

[@charlesbrown8485]

Thank You deeply Sir

[@Hockey567899]

so good I had to watch it twice in a row

[@mainstreet3023]

This is very sound advice in theory, although I don’t know if I would need it in practice but I may. Thank you.

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Very powerfull and interesting. Thank you R.G.

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Thank you 😊❤🎉

[@glenpki]

This is actually brilliant

[@robertnevarez5583]

This is awesome, I enjoyed it from beginning to end

[@BookshelfJourney]

"Robert Greene's '33 Strategies of War' is a brilliant guide to understanding the art of strategy and warfare. These timeless principles are not just about battle but can be applied to life's challenges.

[@jendai79]

Love this!!! There are certainly some strategies I use more than others, but in time I will eventually use them all 😏

[@thalessilva1]

How do you them?

[@jendai79]

@@thalessilva1 These laws work well in office politics but can be utilised elsewhere in life. Laws 8, 9, 12, 13, 23, 24 and 28 are my favourites and most used. Never underestimate the power of observation. Learning how your adversary thinks and behaves; their triggers, strengths and weaknesses are all elements of invaluable information in deciding what course of action will be most effective. Be aware that others are watching you too, learning your patterns and behaviours. It’s always a good idea to be a little unpredictable. If they do not know what you will do next, they cannot plan a counter measure 😉

[@TheMPExperience]

@@jendai79 That is narcissism.

[@okbro97]

thats not lol@@TheMPExperience

[@Angel-51423]

Hopefully we get a video in the future about Robert Greene reading the books.

[@Doddom]

What do you mean?

[@marwanalhadhrami6572]

He reads laws of human nature

[@TuanLe-gl5qs]

@@marwanalhadhrami6572 wouldn’t be on KZbin, if he did why would anyone buy the books so I think he won’t unless he does an audio book of him reading

[@grumblydoore8551]

Hope we get to experience a whole lotta stuff

[@AJ-kv1po]

@@marwanalhadhrami6572 he reads the introduction to the audio book. The only book he reads fully is The 50th Law

[@randomnow1200]

THIS IS GOLD!!!! I LOVE YOU AND YOUR WORK!!!!

[@randomnow1200]

Before you die, you have to write a book about war and the future of war adapted to today's modern world, with current technological advances and this false politics / democracy that is just an appearance. If you don't, I'll be very sad, because I love your work and how you organize and rationalize the information and the book... Simply phenomenal!

[@doubledollaBILL]

No disrespect no ridiculous commentary intended, that accurately describes the trilogy and specifically 33 Strategies. Adapting conventional (battle, direct confrontations) warfare tactics to survive the modern un-conventional world "without warfare", better to start believing in Special Military Operations 🪖 because you're in one at the moment!

[@doubledollaBILL]

Here's a previously [retracted] comment I'm sharing here to liven the discussion "Do not fight the last war", leading up to 1900's and Y2K, was all about risky and un-hinged youths like infamous Bonnie and Clyde even symbolized in the 1930s Grant Wood (1891-1952) American Gothic painting 🖼 featuring the farmer holding a rake and his daughter. In places like the Middle East there's a controlled perception of reality without "mental disturbances", or psychologists, or psychological treatment, instead only Malcolm X-type Exorcists (there's a stigma in every part of the world however regarding psychology and mental health recovery) In Chapter One, "presence of mind" is utmost importance.

[@doubledollaBILL]

21:50 Robert "Blitzkrieg Bob" Dole pictured in the chapter of one-upmanship. There's tons of modern politics in the 33 Strategies, War on Poverty former president Lyndon B. Johnson Senate Campaigns and former RNC Chairman Lee Atwater 🎸 segments are two notable ones, to dole out a few

[@doubledollaBILL]

Dear RandomNow username, that's real funny though, that's the way to approach Self-Development Professors and authors, not requesting paid lectures or phone consulting sessions instead set your own price to invaluable act like King Columbus, with something like the following request-- "Master Chief Green, Don Corleone The Godfather sent me to say "before you sleep with the fishes Master Green, forget about the 100,000 loan, we have written it off the debt to Al Capone's bill collecting company, just please write ✍️ us another book thats concise and strait-to-the-point of how to make big money in short-time, 🙏 that's all."" Ask not what book Robert Green can write for you, ask what book can you write for Robert Green RandomNow

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😂😂😂😂​@@doubledollaBILL

[@techpriest6962]

How many troops are we going to need? The Russian Model: As many as it takes, send them all and prepare more.

[@dominicsoore8967]

Great work

[@corazonesoterico]

My lord thank you for wisdom coming to us

[@greenjupiter]

Love this ❤

[@irohdenalo]

Let them think you’re losing but in reality you’re wining. Work In silence. Let your results and empire speak for itself. - E.

[@MuayThaiJourney]

Thank you

[@V1turbo2]

Confident, decisive, aggressive. 👍

[@wesley_4444]

Ima use these in Fortnite

[@alexmihajlovski7705]

Please do the same under 30 minutes format for Art of Seduction!!!

[@motivationking9846]

This is good 🤝

[@alulual]

Maybe do a series where you talk about specific historic characters like Talleyrand?

[@SHINYHATSMAN1778]

Thank you 😞

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Ferb, I know what we’re doing today

[@kerematlass]

True master

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Please tell us about your childhood, upbringing, and life in general and in depth

[@AWayOfLiving84]

I like how you chucked in a little crazy😂

[@breesechick]

These are good to knkw so we don't keep falling victim.

[@julienarpin5745]

My favorite book of all by Greene

[@mikemcglauflin8985]

A mind constantly at war will eventually lose to itself.

[@himmatsingh9633]

I listen to this every morning; sometimes twice a day

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Let’s see those kids beat me in Overwatch now

[@Randall2023]

Love ❤️ General Professor Robert Greene

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@17:41 is a Jewel 💎

[@AnimeBeats_26]

Hello Robert, may I ask who is the narrator of this video? He's awesome

[@Asmodai2011]

Dont expect quick victory. Wars are won over a life time. Warriors have the fight to see it to their bitter end or sweet victory. There is no guarantees of victory. To the victor goes the spoils. Those things worth dying for.

[@henryjia4725]

First and foremost, understand what type of wars you are fighting and the key to win in that environment. Overview big picture of battles and determine potential gains and risks of specific battle.

[@TheCameraKingg]

With these skills I finally beat my older brother in hide and seek

[@timtian448]

I read “The Art of War: Accurately Conveyed Edition” on Kindle and it is the most appropriately translated version ever. For example, it translated one of the five elements for victory "天时" into “Whether”, which is appropriate, rather than “Heaven” in other editions. The author has another book about the application in modern times.

[@onebighome]

And finally #34... If you can't think of at least 1,000 better things to do with your day, other than identifying "enemies" and going to war...😢

[@vsonic86]

Ever since I got into this book, I felt like I’m being introduced to a drug. I read 3 time already and still want to read more. How could people just ignore this one compare to the 48th laws to power.

[@waqstar7067]

How are you benefiting from it

[@jackjack4412]

I personally like this and Laws of Human Nature better than the 48 Laws.

[@Galifamackus]

@@jackjack4412same here! I feel like you could read the rest of Robert Greene’s books and not even need the 48 Laws

[@brucewayne6957]

Are you going to do a summary on seduction and 50th law?

[@AncestralGratitude85]

What's unmentioned is the disappointment you feel for your defeated foe. I defeated a workplace one-upper-turned-foe over a course of a few years. She became a pitiful sight, partly due to her own bad luck? Either way, I feel pity. Not regret.

[@MegaFydes]

I'm mindblown with the similarities with the tactics I used when I play dota 2.

[@mauritsbreeveld4193]

Im not quite mentally ready for this..still adjusting

[@eddiev00]

I just wanna know when his next book will be released.

[@SeeDiss300]

I use these shrategies in the game conquerors blade war game that involves diplomacy and big wars

[@qifayathassan2296]

Please sir make a summary full summary on Mastery book which u have written

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Number 11: *Exists* Russia: "Write that down! Write that down!"

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Reading list of great Robert Greene

[@drkaushikt6926]

Please do art of seduction next!

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🔥

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I feel like Robert would really enjoy the total war series

[@Randall2023]

Dauphin River First Nation Manitoba Canada 🇨🇦

[@anffyddiaeth]

How to do what the enemy is doing.

[@travelingmerchant2401]

Crazy how much of this applies to chess

[@NKVD1944]

Panzerkeil/Blitzkrieg is the best strategy imo

[@nsp74]

אסטרטגיות מלחמה

[@victorkiplimo3500]

We are waiting for a similar 48 laws of power

[@plchandana5532]

I would like to know the name of the person who gave voice to this Does anybody know

[@Valentino_Wellsfargo]

“ let your soldiers see you in the trenches , making sacrifices for the cause “

[@mirosgerg]

Wow

[@ahmedm.s.a8669]

Does anyone know what's the name of the Gentleman who's reading this and the 48 laws of power?

[@mrnohax5436]

How to defeat your OPPs 101

[@duvaldavis2929]

Sounds like a game plan for the game he of chess. If you know you know!

[@nodudewhat5688]

Every interaction with any human is a game of chess. You are the king you need ponds