A leader must move with nothing less than absolute confidence. The bolder the lie, the better. It is by the greatness of the lie does the enemy no longer sees the lie. The sheer audacity of the lie makes it more convincing. Audacity creates fear and thus becomes power and, with power, anyone can do the impossible.
Once hesitant, a person is no longer in power and thus no longer in control. A leader cannot lead with “maybe”s and “I think”s. Hesitation only creates gaps wherein the enemy can intervene. A half heart digs a deep grave.
In May 1925, five successful scrap-metal businessmen were invited to buy off the Eiffel Tower from the government, with the reason that its maintenance cost was too high and the liked. Attracted, one of them won a bid for the tower. However, once the businessman was suspicious of the credibility of the deal, the “official” asked for a bribe, which made the deal more believable and put the businessman in relief. It is only in the next few days that the businessman found out that the Eiffel Tower was not being sold and he had lost 250,000 francs.
We can see when the con artist saw the hesitation of the businessman, he made his lie bolder by asking for a bribe, which ultimately led to his success.
In Russia, a young Ivan, heir to the throne but a mere child, was overthrown by his father's rivals, the boyars. After a several years of silent withdrawal, he suddenly ask the Prince Andrei Shuisky to come to his room. There he ordered the royal guard, who grew to hate the boyars, to have the prince executed. Withing the next few days he banished all of Andrei's associates. This is the story of the Ivan the Terrible.
In Ivan's case, his sudden boldness and shift action caught his rivals off guard and led him to reclaim his throne.
However, boldness is only a tactical strategy and should not always be the basis of all your actions. If audacity is your only weapon in life, you will offend too many people and leave you too vulnerable.
Jan Christian Leyson
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i think, more than lie, it's belief in a cause -- the will to follow through with a belief or an ideal, to stand up for what we believe in or, to have FAITH.
i think in terms of con artistry, it's more important to be self-confident. and that bypasses theatrics or sham confidence. real confidence -- knowing that you are going to be believed. what's more important is KNOWING, being absolutely sure that you are not going to fail -- a blind trust in yourself.
kyra ballesteros Hi18K
i agree with kyra; having to be bold and confident enough about something would need you to have faith in yourself, in your skills and/or in whatever you're betting at.
no one wants to be led by someone who always seems like he's running around like a chicken with its head cut off.
monica ang, L
Nice image Mon XD.
Boldness as a strategy should be used as a strategy, meaning you've taken the time to think about what the **** you're doing.
Taking your enemy by surprise works when A) they're too smart to be bold and overestimate you, and B)they're too bold to be smart you need to step up to keep up.
I agree with Kyra and Monica, you DO need to believe in yourself and your cause, but that's hard, especially when you're going to war. In the even that you are forced into a battle with a little less than complete faith and devotion, faking it helps you seem powerful. When clarity of purpose fails you in battle, you're likely to stand behind the guy who looks cockiest.
Dominique Du, L
Them chickens are good to fry - especially for New Year's Eve. :))
In war, even the most righteous causes lose face when bullets and shrapnel whip past. I won't call it as faking - its more like CONTROLLING. In a battle, fortune favors the bold.
However, in everything else, like business, boldness should be accompanied with a clever mind. As Machiavelli said, one should be both a lion and a fox to succeed.
-Dylan Valerio
Hi18L
being bold doesnt necessarily mean you already have power, because when you take action, yes, you have to be bold and convincing, but at the same time one should think before acting upon something. but i do believe that being bold or by being confident with what you are saying, you can fool a lot of people. that's why a person who is eloquent enough can fool a lot of people.
laurine fabul, hi18 L
It's pretty much like some of the biggest bluffs in say Poker... the confidence itself was intimidating enough for even the best of hands to fold/concede...
I agree, hesitation can lead to failure especially in the midst of a good plan. Although it also goes to say that we have to look before we leap; meaning we have to be careful about what we're jumping into because even in all that confidence it could still lead to bad consequences.
Jame Say
Hi18K
I agree that boldness is only a tactical strategy because there is a lot more into entering action. Hesitation doesn't help either because it shows a lack in confidence, and one cannot afford for that to happen.
Gia Fortun
Hi18 - K
Boldness is a key to both success and defeat as sometimes being too bold can cause you everything inclusive of your life. Using boldness properly is key to success. On the case of lies it is quite a useful tactic as well to bolster your claim as Hitler once said “Make the lie big, make it simple, keep saying it, and eventually they will believe it”.
Aaron Chan Hi18 L
Personally, I appreciate that the logic of this law is entirely based on visible factuality. To dive into a decision only has two outcomes: black or white. Never a shade of gray. Once a decision has been acted upon, not a single thought of turning back should be permitted to break through. Because doing so will only give you a hard time. It's not like there's a choice of turning back without putting anything at risk anyway.
Chua Rojas, Serica
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agreeing to dyl saying that boldness should be accompanied with a clever mind, the law cannot stand alone [as so as most laws].
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miguel ignacio, L
I agree with what the others said.
I especially agree with Aaron Chan's quote from Hitler: “Make the lie big, make it simple, keep saying it, and eventually they will believe it.”
I mean, when I think about it, it's like buying a cell phone. For example, someone sells a fake cellphone worth 20k for 1k-5k, one will immediately be suspicious, but if one sells it for say 18k, I would probably buy it. It's as if I saved 2k. You have to make your lie big, and you have to be confident, as the others said. You have to believe that what you're saying (or selling) is 100% true and other people will believe it, too.
I just watched V for Vendetta and there, the Chancellor kinda had a martial law thing going on (with curfews and stuff) but a lot of people supported him because he seemed so sure of himself.. that it was really their way to freedom and stuff. If you're bold, people will most likely follow you, even if your plan seems somewhat foolhardy.
Theresa Rosario Tan
hi18k
It's always easier to believe someone who seems to know what he's doing. And I think it's easier to pull it off when you have a goal that you really really want, even if you don't know how to get there.
Ocampo 18-K
I do think that boldness can have many advantages but a couple disadvantages as well. If you watch any fashion show or read any good magazine, they always say that a great way to dress up is to pull together a nice outfit with simple color combinations but to add at least one item of clothing that delivers that PUNCH. say letting the "little black dress" make more of a statement by adding red pumps.
I agree with Jan, however, that too much boldness can lead to offensive statements and bad reactions from people. I think that audacity may often lead to infamy instead of power.
Regina Yulo
Hi 18 L
I agree with Kyra. Confidence matters. It's almost impossible to have others believe you and see your worth if you yourself do not see it. It's completely understandable how it'd be hard to follow an indecisive, hesitant leader (kind of a sign of weakness and lack of direction).
Also, i agree with those who pointed out how this law must not be overdone. Confidence and decisiveness are what can make the difference and make things happen for you. Overdoing it to the point of making it look like arrogance or abuse would most probably turn things the other way and stir up resentment and anger or whatever among the people around you.
kristina tan hi18k
Boldness comes in two forms- boldness in appearance and boldness in ability. But there seems to be a preference towards appearing bold, and ability-which is the real weapon- had become a blind spot. Probably this is the effect of people's lifestyle, which is the lifestyle of selling ourselves. We are currently living in the time wherein appearing competent is good enough to get people's favor, while the shy but real competent individuals remain almost invisible. I see ERAP's situation as the former elected president the same way, just because people have watched him fight villains in movies, most people had the impression that he'd do the same with the government, but what happened? he was impeached. What happened to Ping Lacson- the more competent candidate(atleast in my opinion)? In this world, being competent isn't just enough, you have to look competent too, or else you wont get to anywhere else besides where you are now.
Cristal Rodriguez
Hi18-L
My idea of getting things done is to get the job done without any form of hesitation. If this could be achieved, one will be viewed upon as superior.
More often than not this could lead one to be successful with his or her tasks. Once you hesitate and think twice, your actions will not seem as confident as compared to those who act boldly.
However, this law has its negative sides too it. It doesn't leave much room for being skeptical and analytical which often results to failure.
I think it would be best to be bold with your actions at the same time be sure that what your doing is going to get the job done.
Besides, you only get one shot at life.
Hi- L Richard Hahn
In most of the things we do, confidence and boldness of a person matters. For a person who have to report or perform in front of a lot of people, confidence would determine whether the presentation / performance would be successful or not. Even though the presentor prepared a lot for that day, if he has no confidence and boldness to show what he has got, no one will be able to recognize the talents and capabilities. Therefore, it is important to act with boldness and confidence. This is also applicable in business and in gaining of power over others. Logically, nobody would be convinced by someone who is nervous and hesitant about what he is discussing. As mentioned in law 28, just by having confidence, one would gain a positive impression from other people. However, I also agree to the last part of the law, which says that boldness should not be the basis of all the actions. Boldness is an important characteristic of a person, but without talent / knowledge, this boldness cannot shine.
Yu Chin Hong
Hi18-K
Boldness isn't everything. Audacity without the true knowledge over something would either way lead to trouble; I think audacity just prolongs your manipulative reign on people but sooner or later someone's gonna find out about it. And you'll probably get sacked.
Confidence is important. Hesitation leaves room for other people to plot against what you're trying to achieve.
I think nowadays you don't really know who's smart and who's just plain manipulative.
Santos
Hi18 K
I agree with the post: boldness is only a tactical strategy and should really not be the basis of all actions. The obvious negative consequence of boldness is overconfidence, and once your opponents don't see enough action to support your boldness, it's just as bad as being cowardly.
Neil Young once wrote: "History is the cruel judge of overconfidence." Darius I was overconfident. Akhenaten, while he displayed a good amount of boldness, failed to convince the Egyptians to follow his ways. And we all know about the Iraq War.
Chio Cebrero
Hi 18 L
There's a fine line between audacity and utter exploitation. The Eiffel Towel story, in my opinion, elicited sheer exploitation.
I agree with Kyra. What's more important is being sure that you are not going to fail. Yet, it would always be better to veer away from preposterous deeds. People resolve to such measures just so they would seem obtrusive.
It's alright to demonstrate an aura of boldness. Swindling others, however, is an entirely different thing. It's a stupendous act that benefits no one other than the offender. Indeed, if you constantly use audacity as weapon, you will end up affronting too many people and losing in the long run.
Monica Copuyoc
Hi18- L
Is this why people don't fully trust most women leaders? Is it because we, women, weren't (and most at present, still) bold enough? Hmm.
Maybe.
A great leader exudes confidence in his words, thoughts and actions. Wouldn't we be shaking in fear if almost everything our leaders say, contain "maybe"s and "I think"s? It's like failure written all over it. That's probably one of the reasons our dear country has not prevailed these past few years -- because of the lack of courage, or the excessive audacity of our leaders.
Gliza Marasigan
Hi18-L
About the lying, I agree; it is effective. When people lie convincingly, those around them come to believe it, and even the liar himself/herself begins to believe it. I can cite an example from The book The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy. One character there (Baby Kochamma), feared imprisonment because she falsely accused another person (Velutha) of abduction. In order to escape this, she talked to the "abducted children" (who weren't really abducted), and wove her own version of the story. She boldly changed what actually happened (and the children knew this because they were there), that the children, even though they knew what had really happened, came to believe her lie.
~Sydney Arbilo
HI18-L
I agree with what Chio said on his comment.
We don't just need to be convicted in order to gain power but we MUST do something about it. Good strategies and perfect execution of plans will lead us to success. \
Clarice Manuel
hi18 K
Be bold when you have something to be bold about. Boldness, when it's for show won't really work. One must be confident about oneself before you become confident about your actions. It would be difficult to act when you are uncertain of yourself and eventually, this will show. This makes your foundation weak. It will be evident to your enemies. They will know when, where and what to strike and you could lose a battle.
Krizia Javate
Hi18-K
I think it's best to strengthen your actions by firmly believing in them and by being confident. How can you prove your worth to others if you don't possess any faith in yourself? I think one of the qualities of a good leader is being confident. A leader should be one who is willing to put everything on the line for his beliefs. This self-confidence will not only garner respect from people but also admiration as well.
However, it is also important to take note that you have to have something to back up whatever you're doing. You have to prove that you're confidence and boldness is up to par with your abilities.
Teri Marcelo
Hi 18-K
I like how this entry ended; audacity should not always be the weapon of choice when it comes to action.
However I believe that hesitation will only get you nowhere and thus, the courage to push forward is sometimes necessary to further one's goals. Then, when all seems bleak can one even consider retreat.
Alan Ortiz
HI18 - K
I think that boldness as a trait for high-ranked military officers is essential, most especially in times of war. If the subordinates see that their leading official is not bold enough to lead them in battle, how do you think things will end up for them?
- Juan Carlos Miguel M. Galvez
Hi18 - L
I'm a musical person. After contemplating much more on the law, I can say I've experienced it first hand. During band practice, sometimes you have to learn to sing new songs. And always (trust me, it's always) you'll run into some flats and poor note choices. For me, the mistakes I make are usually the words and notes I unintentionally swallow up as I sing them. Doing that doesn't help. What should be done is bravely letting it out. Doesn't matter that it's wrong, as long as you throw it out there, there's room for correction. Even in an actual gig, you can actually get away with your folly by making it seem deliberate, seem intended.
Joey Palma
Hi18-K
I think this law is grounded on being natural and consistent. People think that people who are sure of what they're saying are telling the truth.
This sureness is expressed by your boldness.
I tried to apply this law last night while I was playing poker online.
On my hand was a 3 of clubs and a 5 of hearts. When the three first cards were dealt, it became clear that I wasn't going to win the game so, what I did was while others only checked, I kept on raising the bet, making it appear like I have a good hand. After each round, more and more folded until the money was given to me. True story.
The boldness there would be to raise the bet, it is only natural for someone who has a good hand to do all he or she can to get more money.
A trick to this law, I found, was that in order for others to believe that your lie is true, you have to believe in your lie. That would give you enough courage to enter your action with boldness.
-Marion Causing, Hi18-K
I totally agree with Marion. Consistency, when using this law, is crucial. An act becomes really convincing when done with confidence, but it doesn't end there. When you know you're telling a lie and you doubt that you'll be able to convince people, then you come close to failing. Being confident for a while then sounding skeptical after a bit is a no-no. So the key, really, is to sound confident all the way.
Moreover, it's equally important to make sure that you sound like you're making sense, even if you're lying. Otherwise, you'll look stupid. Because even if you're confident and consistent but what you're saying or doing is nonsense, then you'll end up being laughed at or people will see you as "nagmamarunong". Of course, we don't want that :p
I was part of the debate team for two years in high school, and i can attest to the credibility of this law :p
Dana Cammayo
Hi18-L
You can enter action with boldness but if you're not brave on the inside, you'll slip somewhere along the way. If you're not brave or something like that, at least have a fast mouth and a smart mind.. that can save you. At least then you'll just be labeled as the "tactical leader". WHo knows maybe a fast mouth and a smart mind is all you need.
-Roshmia Pundato
HI18 L
If you're going to do anything, you have to pour everything into it. When leading a charge against opposing forces, the person leading the charge cannot put only half of his or her heart into it. He or she has to go all out, has to do it completely, or else those following will hesitate and lose confidence, and even before swords have clashed his or her forces have already been compromised.
The bolder the lie, the better. It is by the greatness of the lie does the enemy no longer sees the lie. The sheer audacity of the lie makes it more convincing. Audacity creates fear and thus becomes power and, with power, anyone can do the impossible.
For me, this line makes perfect sense. boldness when lying often confuses the person being lied to, and also fools those who are not cautious.
Personally, I think actions have to be bold to show that you mean business. Anything less than bold can be used against you.
Ria Rigoroso
Hi 18 - K
All-in. I think poker players are familiar with this, where a player puts all his chips in the pot. This is frightening in the eyes of his competitors. When someone devotes everything into a task, the task takes on a meaning more than being accomplished. The task has to be accomplished well. And I think that's what differentiates some people in their work.
Denis Flores
Hi 18k
"If you look like you know what you’re talking about, most of the time people will believe you"
it's a good strategy used by advertisements. it keeps you in disbelief taking advantage of the lack of information that you may have.
surely, this wouldn't work all of the time because you are sure to face people that know a little more about what you're talking about than you do.
JR Resma
Hi18 K
Boldness is a characteristic that the leader must have, and almost all the leaders of today and the past has possessed this.
However, I think that eventhough boldness is needed in our lives, this should be controlled.
If you are bold with confidence, then the work will be done successfully. However, boldness/audacity alone, without confidence, can not create a good result. This would lead to shame or failure.
In everyday lives, people want confidence, but the extent of which should be controlled. Whenever this goes beyond the limit, people tend to dislike it.
Hae In Lee
Hi 18 K
True, boldness is indeed a necessity to the success of ones objectives. however, one must also take into consideration careful planning before even carrying on with action. One could only exhibit full confidence in their decisions when they have already taken enough time to think of its pros and cons.
-Angelo Mendoza, His18-L
Always be sure of what you’re about to do! Be prudent otherwise suffer the consequences. This law can prove to be useful when applied properly. For the questions concerning risks, one should have nothing to worry about so long as they’ve planned what they are to do. If they are indeed prudent, they can easily act with boldness!
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Definitely, timing is everything. Even the best jokes will fail if you don't get the timing right. Here's a more historical example: World War II. The Germans failed in their Russian campaign because they came ill prepared for winter. That was just bad timing.
I think this is one of the most important laws, but is also something all of us should somehow master.
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Anonymous Anonymous said...
However, boldness is only a tactical strategy and should not always be the basis of all your actions. If audacity is your only weapon in life...'
I think you misunderstand. You are interpreting things out of fear. (it happens to me also, I am not bashing you for it)
But boldness is an attitude, not a strategy. As said in the book: 'mistaks committed by audacity are overcome with even more audacity'.
Yes, you might offend people. Yes, you might lose out. It's a gamble. An high risk. That is why people admire the bold, and that is why few people are bold. Because it's very risky.
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