7# - ONE MIN BOOK SUMMARY - The 48 laws of Power (Robert Greene)- Law 5: So Much Depends on Reputation – Guard it with your Life

Is reputation important?

Oh yeah it is !

Reputation is the pillar of power. In the social sphere, appearance is everything. Consider it like a mask and the main rule of this game is to hide from the piercing eyes the true nature of your being. The second rule is to give you control over how the world judges you — The best position to generate power.

What are the mecanisms through whish power is generated ? I am going to help you on this one.

2 things : Presence and strengths

A firm reputation intensifies your presence and increases your strengths without much energy spent. This way your aura inspire respect and even fear.

During World War II in the North African desert, the Infamous Afrika Korps general Erwin Rommel had quite a reputation for being a very clever and misleading tactician.

His victories struck terror into his enemies hearts. He was known as the desert fox. Even when outnumbered by the British desert rats by five to one, entire cities would be evacuated at the news of the Afrika Korps approach.

Your reputation will always precede you, and if it inspires respect, your job will be done before you say a single word...

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