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The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene focuses on techniques for establishing power and influence in any situation.

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Introduction

“Machiavelli has a new rival. And Sun Tzu had better watch his back. Greene... has put together a checklist of ambitious behavior. Just reading the table of contents is enough to stir a little corner-office lust.” - New York Magazine

World leaders, corporate executives, and other celebrities often influence global events. Have you ever wondered how these powerful people got to where they are?

The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene focuses on techniques for establishing power and influence in any situation.

The book presents historical instances of each law in operation. It also provides examples of people who do not follow these principles. A cynical person may think that a few laws are devious, and some of them really are. That said, they are all anchored in the complexities of human nature. In the end, understanding and using them to your advantage is more crucial than denying their existence.

There are various instances in our life and career where these laws are relevant. Different circumstances require different courses of action. The book provides a guide to harness these laws to your advantage, regardless of the environment. Some laws focus on improving yourself progressively. Other laws focus on achieving victory over others in various pursuits of life.

Ultimately, The 48 Laws of Power teaches you to take control of your destiny. The central premise is that you can either be the person in power or a pawn in their agenda. If you seek to wield power rather than yield it, this book is a must-read.

In this summary, we have outlined the key ideas from The 48 Laws of Power.

“Critical for anyone trying to accomplish anything.” - Ryan Holiday

About Robert Greene

Greene developed many insights into The 48 Laws of Power while working as a Hollywood writer. The psychological and behavioral similarities between today's elite and historical personalities inspired him.

Greene came from a middle-class household in Los Angeles. His dad was a cleaning supply salesperson, and his mom was a homemaker with a failed creative desire. Greene labored in low-paying jobs in Europe before working in the media and Hollywood in the United States and publishing The 48 Laws of Power in his late 30s.

Greene met book packager Joost Elffers at a communications and arts school in 1995. Elffers asked him to draft a treatment six months after Greene presented a book on power to him.

Greene thought writing a book proposal was risky. His views changed when he revisited Julius Caesar's favorite biography. Caesar's determination to cross the Rubicon River and confront Pompey inspired him. This courageous decision started the Great Roman Civil War. Greene penned the treatment, which was titled The 48 Laws of Power. This was the turning moment of his life.

StoryShot #1: Get People To Rely On You

StoryShot #2: Protect Your Reputation With Your Life

StoryShot #3: Always Hide Your Intentions

StoryShot #4: Don't Appear Without Flaws

StoryShot #5: Don't Commit To Anyone

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First published on 22 October 2022.

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