One must attempt to increase whatever weakness there may…
““One must attempt to increase whatever weakness there may be in the opponent’s position; or, if there is none, one or more must be created.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Strategic advice to exploit opponent’s weaknesses or create new ones.
In simple terms: Find or create opponent’s flaws.
Target weaknesses to gain advantage.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- sports competition
- political campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What weaknesses can you ethically exploit?
- When is it better to improve your own position?
Creating artificial weaknesses may be unethical.