1. Never Outshine the Master

(Allow your masters to remain comfortably superior, for now.)

2. Never put too Much Trust in Friends and Learn how to use Enemies

(You have more to fear from friends than from enemies.)

3. Conceal your Intentions

(If people have no clue as to what you are up to, they cannot prepare any defense)

4. Always Say Less than Necessary

(The more you say, the more common you will appear, and less in control.)

5. When Asking for Help, Appeal to People's Self-Interest

(Never appeal to their mercy or gratitude.)

6. Know Who You're Dealing with

(Choose your opponents and victims carefully; never offend the wrong person.)

7. Do Not Commit to Anyone

(The fool always rushes to take sides; do not commit to any side or cause but yourself.)

8. Never appear too Perfect

(Occasionally display defects to repel envy; envy creates silent enemies.)

9. Re-Create Yourself

(Be the master of your own self image rather than allowing others to define it for you.)

10.The Ending Is Everything

(Plan all the way, taking into account all possible obstacles.)

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