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Machiavelli said, if a snake has no poison, the world uses it like a rope... This video is not a direct quote from Niccolò Machiavelli, but a modern interpretation inspired by his ideas. It aims to capture the essence of his philosophy in a modern and accessible way. #machiavelli #niccolomachiavelli #philosophy #unshakablepursuit #power

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Machiavelli said, "If a snake has no poison, the world uses it like a rope. Fear and respect don't come from goodness, but from danger. When people realize you cannot strike back, cannot harm them, cannot take revenge, they begin to use you. Not because they hate you, but because there is no fear of consequence. You do not need to bite, but you must be seen as someone who can bite, because without poison, the snake becomes worthless."