Applying Military Strategy in Life - Microsoft Talk

Here is the full lecture I gave at Microsoft 12 years ago. I hope you enjoy it.

Robert Greene is the author of the New York Times bestsellers The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, The 50th Law, Mastery, The Laws of Human Nature, and most recently, The Daily Laws.

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[abdullahsaqib]

His lesson “ we are self absorbed and don’t pay attention to others” is one of the best lessons I have ever learned.

[milesconsultants]

Strategies Towards Targets
1. It all depends on you
2. Win the battle of the mind
3. Know Yourself
4. Embrace your circumstances
5. Read, Read and Read

[kevinkoskei]

The mistake people make is thinking that this is about a formula yet they don't understand that this is a philosophy of looking at the world in a different way and adapting your mind to every scenario

[Gameboob]

7:57 - 8:58, a person who understands the art of war knows how to avoid conflict and pick their battles.
13:17, a clarification of what strategy means
15:01, Anecdote of Musashi and not fighting the last war. Adjust your methods based on the weaknesses of your opponents.
25:01, Athena strategy vs Ares and pure military might and brute force without strategic planning
51:25, questions
55:30, better questions

[riderfromthewest]

When I first picked up his "48 Laws of Power", my one regret was that I could not travel back in time and give the book to my younger self.

[Positive_psych]

24:20 "Fight every battle everywhere, always, in your mind. Everyone is your enemy, everyone is your friend. Every possible series of events is happening all at once. Live that way and nothing will surprise you".Littlefinger-Game of Thrones

[optioncoachjohn]

I gathered and read over 1000 books over my lifetime, all non fiction. Robert’s books would be the only books I would choose to keep if I had to give up my books today. In his books, I find all the truly relevant messages from all the other books I have.

[aparnabhatia]

He approached all of the questions in a very strategic and tactful way.

[cumquatsarentsweet]

I guess this is the best lecture i ever listened to. Thank You very much for Your service to all Mankind Sir. May God bless You, all Your beloved, everybody who reads this and everyone on this planet. Humanity may have lost many battles but in the end I hope it's gna win the war to survive in the very interest of everyone and everything.
Standing ovations 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼🧿🤲🏼🕊⚘❤🙋🏻‍♀️

[janeebarle]

The best lecturer ever! He speaks very clear and precise. One cam easily absorb what he wants to telay to his audience.

[ryanvuong]

The true teacher is here. The stories are really inspired for who learn making strategies. Thank you for posting video.

[jennyperez]

Thank you for speaking truth and not sugar coating mainly debunking talking points that have been used for years to advance the agendas of few individuals. Loved the debate

[aparnabhatia]

All I can say is that the talk was brilliant 🎉. . He opened the Pandora's box. Our emotions or lenses color 🎨 our ideas of the world 🌎 we live in and that in turn affects our strategy was my key 🔑 takeaway!!!!

[harrietnabukaki]

Am a strategic scholar from Kenya, I really appreciate the way you articulate issues bringing forth the strategic thinking. Kudos!

[beaujits]

He is very learning observing and meaningful to military strategy most recently. Coming from his heart.

[sandeepsai]

Tactical help. Strategy is not like a formula. Strategy is like philosophy. Seeing things differently. Adapting to my own life. Very liberating and empowering.

[benice]

We are blessed to have wise, and forthright individuals like you Mr. Greene in our lives here today. Amidst the fog of the 21st century, the work you have done has cleared up or at the very least give us a piece of the tools needed to navigate it. Thank you so much.

[paulholbach]

The 33 Strategies of War (Concise Edition) is my favorite book of R. Greene. I came upon it here in Germany in a Bookstore in 2008. There is also German translation but the original version is superb.

[gabrielgiovannimiguelpedro]

Eres mi maestro Sr. Robert Greene. Gracias por compartir sus conocimientos, estoy sumamente agradecido con usted.

[zemaax]

I take the lesson of be humble (keep ego at check) and absorb reality before your actions.

Much respect to Mr. Greene from Ethiopia.