Attempt Quote by José Raul Capablanca
““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
Source Chess Manual: My System, 1925
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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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.