BOOK THE 48 LAWS OF POWER

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In sum, the 48 laws of power presented in this summary offer a fascinating insight into the strategies and tactics individuals use to gain and maintain power. These laws provide guidance for navigating the complex world of politics, business and interpersonal relationships.
How did the most influential and powerful people in history get there? In the book The 48 Laws of Power, the writer Robert Greene states the 48 laws that these people followed and which are also followed by the people who today enjoy recognition and power in society .

Although years have passed since its publication and the work has been surrounded by controversy, Greene’s book remains a benchmark on ethics. An important and insightful self-help manual. Many people, some as famous as Will Smith, have looked to it to understand how to manage power.

If you want to know what these laws are, but also the reasons that led the work to be so criticized, stay with us and continue reading our summary of the 48 laws of power.
The 48 Laws of Power is a book that shares with the reader the qualities and behaviors of a powerful person.

Through 48 Laws, Robert Greene gives examples and advice on how these 48 techniques allowed figures such as Julius Caesar or Napoleon to become powerful and influential leaders within the social fabric.
he 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene sets out 48 techniques for being a leader and thriving socially.

Although there are a lot of behaviors, mindsets, and examples in this book, we could boil it all down to three main ideas:

Don’t make it clear that you want power. And, in particular, do not belittle those who, at any given moment, hold it and are superior to you. The way to rise cannot be to humiliate people who, in response, can crush you.
Keep your enemies close. Learn from them and use this knowledge to defeat them. Also, remember that those who are not your enemies and who present themselves as friends can always betray you. If they find themselves in a situation where they view betrayal as a means to get something, there will be betrayal. So keep your expectations in mind and don’t expect too much from people. Remember that you are the only person you can truly trust.
If you don’t have anything to say, don’t say it. And if you have something to say, say it with the right words. Don’t flaunt your power all the time and you will avoid envy and rejection. Instead, show your authority through silence.

The 48 Laws of Power: Summary of Each Law
What are these 48 laws mentioned in the title and what does Robert Greene teach us through them? We see it in this section.

Law 1
Your boss is your boss, and you need to make him feel it. What does Robert Greene mean by this? That you cannot underestimate the hand that feeds you.

If your boss feels like you’re not giving them the respect their position deserves, they’ll view you as a threat. So don’t give him a feeling of insecurity. Instead, make him understand that he is brighter and more intelligent than you.

Example: One day at work, your boss explains something to you and cites a fact, but he distorts it. Instead of correcting him directly and pointing out his mistake, try to do it, if possible, later and in private, without embarrassing him or doubting his intelligence.

Law 2
This law refers to “keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.” Greene believes that friends ultimately betray us.

Example: Julius Caesar was assassinated by putschists, including his own son, whom he believed to be his friend and not his enemy.

Law 3
To obtain the power you aspire to, it is imperative to know more than others and not reveal all your cards. In other words, when you set out your plan, don’t reveal every detail. You will thus avoid betrayals and destabilize your enemies when an event occurs that they did not expect.

Example: In a situation such as buying a house, where the highest bidder gets the house, it is not advisable to let the real estate agent know what your final offer will be. The agent could use this information to persuade other buyers to bid higher.

Law 4
A person who is not very talkative arouses the interest of others. On the other hand, a person who talks too much is seen as ordinary and helpless, at least that’s how Greene perceived it.

Example: If you want to make a good impression in a business meeting, don’t talk more than necessary. This will show that you know what you want and that you don’t need to convince with hundreds of words and arguments. Your presence will do it for you.

Law 5
Reputation is the best asset in any situation. Especially when you want to establish yourself as powerful. But it is also our Achilles heel. If our reputation falters, so does our power. Instead of highlighting your reputation, try to weaken that of others.

Example: If you’re looking to get a promotion at work, don’t recite your resume. Highlight the qualities that make you a better candidate and different from others. But don’t launch direct attacks. Be subtle and let your audience (in this case, your boss or the HR team) finish weeding out your opponents.
Even if something takes a lot of effort, don’t let it show. Letting others think that your successes come naturally will empower you. Obviously, don’t flaunt your tactics to do a good job either.

Example: if necessary, work outside the office or work overtime, so that the rest of your colleagues and/or employees believe that what took them longer (or that they could not finish), you have already done it perfectly.