1. Be discreet in your actions and never overshare information.
2. Avoid drawing unwanted attention to yourself.
3. Surround yourself with people who are loyal and supportive.
4. Be assertive and learn to say ’no'.
5. Protect your reputation and public image.
6. Be flexible in your approach and adapt to changing situations.
7. Use your network to your advantage.
8. Let others do the work and take credit when necessary.
9. Win through actions, not arguments.
10. Avoid the unhappy and unlucky.
11. Learn from others’ mistakes and successes.
12. Use selective honesty and generosity to disarm your rivals.
13. When asking for help, appeal to people’s self-interest.
14. Be a master of timing, knowing when to act and when to be patient.
15. Create a sense of mystery and unpredictability around yourself.
16. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.
17. Cultivate an air of charisma and confidence.
18. Master the art of diplomacy and conflict resolution.
19. Use the power of absence to increase your influence.
20. Demonstrate your power by making bold, calculated moves.