The spot where we intend to fight must not be made known; for then the enemy will have to prepare against a possible attack at several different points; and his forces being thus distributed in many directions, the numbers we shall have to face at any given point will be proportionately few.

It is essential to seek out enemy agents who have come to conduct espionage against you and to bribe them to serve you. Give them instructions and care for them. Thus doubled agents are recruited and used.

It is more important to outhink your enemy, than to outfight him

The successful person has unusual skill at dealing with conflict and ensuring the best outcome for all.

The clever combatant looks to the effect of combined energy, and does not require too much from individuals. Hence his ability to pick out the right men and utilize combined energy

As water shapes its flow in accordance with the ground, so an army manages its victory in accordance with the situation of the enemy.

Probe him and learn where his strength is abundant and where deficient.