48 Laws Of Power, and some book recommendations

A must read book on POWER!

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I will share with you some content from the book which I will add in the book. So you guys are the first ones who’re gonna read some stuff before it’s published.

Writing in progress. It’s about Productivity.

Get motivation for the week

“Your brand is what people say about you when you're not in the room."

-Jeff Bezos

“Price is what you pay. Value is what you get."

-Warren Buffett

"Failure is an option here. If things are not failing, you are not innovating enough."

-Elon Musk

A must-read book “Power”

This book guides understanding and mastering power dynamics in social, political, and professional spheres. The book outlines 48 laws or principles, drawing from historical examples of leaders, generals, and rulers, to help readers navigate power struggles.

I would suggest this book to everyone.

The 48 Laws Of Power by Robert Greene

Practical Lessons from this book to implement in your life.

1) Law 1: Never Outshine the Master.
Making those in power feel overshadowed can be dangerous. Instead, always make your superiors feel superior to avoid inciting jealousy or competition. This ensures your rise without attracting unnecessary enemies.

2) Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions.
Discover keystone habits, which are small changes or routines that have a ripple effect, leading to positive changes in other areas of life or business. Identify keystone habits that align with your goals and focus on implementing them to catalyze broader improvements.

3) Law 6: Court Attention at All Costs.
Visibility is power. Whether positive or negative, attention keeps you relevant, while being ignored diminishes your influence. Master the art of drawing attention to yourself for success.

4) Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally.
When you decide to defeat an enemy, you must leave no room for their recovery. A wounded enemy can seek revenge, but a totally crushed opponent cannot retaliate, ensuring your dominance.

Today’s wisdom

"Real knowledge is to know the extent of one’s ignorance."
- Confucius

This explains self-awareness and humility in wisdom. It implies that true wisdom comes from recognizing that we don't know everything. Rather than assuming we have all the answers, acknowledging our limitations allows us to seek growth, learning, and deeper understanding. This mindset fosters continuous personal and intellectual development, as being open to new information is a hallmark of wisdom.

Ravi’s Recommendation Zone

Here are my favorite things that I consumed throughout the week.

Books I have saved in my TBR!

1) #Chill: Turn Off Your Job and Turn On Your Life by Bryan E. Robinson

2) The Power of Systems: How to Create a Life that Works by Steve Chandler , Trevor Timbeck

3) How AI Will Change Your Life: A Futurist's Guide to a Super-Smart World by Patrick Dixon

Podcasts I have listen:

Naval Ravikant — The Person I Call Most for Startup Advice

Naval has refined his way of living in very unique ways, and you can borrow what he’s learned, read the books that have changed him, and experiment with the habits he has developed through trial and error.

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Ravi