To be sure of winning, invent your own game, and never tell any other player the rules.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- To ensure victory, create a unique game and keep its rules secret from others.
- In plain terms
- Invent your own rules and don’t reveal them to stay ahead.
- What can you take from it?
- Control the playing field by defining it yourself.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does rule secrecy affect long‑term relationships?
- When should you share your rules for mutual benefit?
Another view
Secrecy can breed mistrust and limit collaboration.
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