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Sun Tzu on Conflict
Sun Tzu’s most famous idea is that the best victory is the one won without fighting. His approach to conflict is to resolve it before it escalates — through positioning, deterrence, and choosing your battles.
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Put it into practice
Sun Tzu’s strategy is only useful if you actually use it. Try this small loop the next time conflict shows up:
- Read the situation. Gather information about yourself, the other side, and the environment before you commit.
- Choose your ground. Avoid the other side’s strength and strike where you have an advantage.
- Act with timing. Move fast when the moment is right, and wait when patience is the advantage.