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What does it mean?
Use unconventional methods that exploit the opponent's weaknesses.
In plain terms
Use tools your enemy does not have.
What can you take from it?
Exploit your opponent's gaps.

Where it applies

  • competition
  • negotiation
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • identify gaps
  • innovate solutions
  • avoid direct confrontation

Questions to consider

  • What weaknesses do your competitors have?
  • How can you use tools they ignore?

Another view

It assumes you can accurately identify what the enemy lacks.

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