Sun Tzu Art Of War Philosophy: Know Your Enemies

Sun Tzu Art Of War Philosophy: Know Your Enemy

In life, career, or business, it is essential to consider who your enemies could be. Never assume you do not have enemies. Awareness is important. That is the Sun Tzu Art of War philosophy.

Sun Tzu said in his Art Of War book Chapter 6, "Weak Points and Strong."

He is skillful in defense whose opponent does not know what to attack.

When you know your enemy, you can set a "defense" so that your enemy cannot attack you. At the same time, when you eliminate your enemies, your life will be much smoother.

In life, we have friends and enemies or haters. Do not live your daily lives ignoring your haters or those jealous of you.

You may get stabbed in your back without you knowing.

The rule in life is to be very observant.

These so-called enemies will and can make your life miserable. They can distract, manipulate, mislead, tell lies, sabotage your progress, and many more.

Who can be your enemies?

1. A person who is competing for the same job promotion in the company.

   
   

2. Someone envious of what you have. Your house, job, your lifestyle.

   
   

3. Your friends, relatives, or family members that see you doing better than them.

   
   

4. People who dislike you for no logical reason.

   
   

5. Someone with a toxic personality or mental disorder.

You have to identify your enemy. That's the first step. 

Know who your enemy is so you can be cautious, be on guard, and be defensive.

Once you have identified your possible enemy, you can plan how to manage them.

Let me share my story.

Years ago, I was assigned to manage a Car Dealership, 

I had a receptionist in my dealership who had worked for this company for many years. As a Receptionist, she loves to gossip and carry tales. 

Perhaps she is very bored.

There were rumors created by the receptionist, that i was the CEO's nephew.

Upon discovering this, I realized I had to do something.

Knowing i cannot fire the receptionist. What i did was to bribe her with lunch takeaways and lots of praise.

I also make sure I say nice things that will travel to the ears of those above my position.

Be observant and aware of your so-called enemies. 

As Sun Tzu, in his Art of War book, says,

"Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will not fear the results of a hundred battles."

When dealing with your enemy, it is unnecessary to go to war with them.

There are many ways to deal with your enemy. The best way is through diplomacy. Or, avoid them. Never fight.

Learn the Art Of War philosophy. Know your enemy.