CP: The 48 Laws of Power in Under 30 Minutes

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Set the Scene

Let’s start with some engaging questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of the laws of power. Please consider the following:

  • Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you wanted to gain more influence or control over others?
  • How do you think people in positions of power, such as leaders or managers, maintain their authority and respect?
  • Can you think of a time when someone used a strategy to gain power or influence over you, and how did you feel about it?
  • Do you think it’s possible to gain power and influence without compromising your values or relationships with others?
  • How do you think the laws of power can be applied in your personal or professional life to achieve your goals?

Featured Image Analysis & Prediction

Take a look at the featured image and consider the following questions:

  • What do you see in the image, and what does it represent to you?
  • What do you think this activity will be about based on this image?
  • How do you think the image relates to the concept of power and influence?

Introduction

Please read the introduction to the laws of power and consider how the principles and strategies outlined can be applied in real-life situations.

Video Engagement

Watch the video The 48 Laws of Power in Under 30 Minutes and pause at the following points:

  1. At 5 minutes, consider the following questions:
    • What are some common strategies used to gain power and influence?
    • How can you apply these strategies in your own life to achieve your goals?
  2. At 15 minutes, consider the following questions:
    • What are some potential risks or drawbacks to using the laws of power to gain influence?
    • How can you balance the need for power and influence with the need to maintain positive relationships with others?
  3. At 25 minutes, consider the following questions:
    • What are some key takeaways from the video that you can apply in your own life?
    • How do you think the laws of power can be used to achieve success and admiration in a positive and respectful way?

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Vocabulary Quiz

Test your understanding of the key vocabulary related to the laws of power:

  1. Which word means ‘to make someone feel that they are better or more important than others’?
    • A) Intimidate
    • B) Manipulate
    • C) Conceal
    • D) Superior
  2. What does ‘concealing intentions’ mean in the context of the laws of power?
    • A) To openly declare one’s plans and goals
    • B) To make others feel superior to maintain their favor and support
    • C) To keep others off balance and unable to prepare a defense by hiding one’s true intentions
    • D) To form alliances that benefit others
  3. Which strategy involves ‘using bait if necessary’ to make others come to you?
    • A) Controlling the situation and winning through actions
    • B) Making others come to you and using bait if necessary
    • C) Avoiding unhappy and unlucky people to prevent their negative emotions from affecting you
    • D) Forming alliances that benefit others
  4. What does ‘being deliberately unpredictable’ mean in the context of creating value and respect?
    • A) To be consistent and reliable in one’s actions and words
    • B) To create value through scarcity and unpredictability, keeping others in suspense
    • C) To be cautious and strategic in interactions with others
    • D) To keep others off balance and unable to prepare a defense
  5. Which advanced strategy involves ‘keeping hands clean’ by using others to disguise involvement in mistakes and nasty deeds?
    • A) Creating a cult-like following by offering a cause and emphasizing enthusiasm over rationality
    • B) Entering action with boldness to avoid infecting others with doubts and hesitations
    • C) Keeping hands clean by using others to disguise involvement in mistakes and nasty deeds
    • D) Planning thoroughly and appearing effortless in actions

Answer Key:

  1. D
  2. C
  3. B
  4. B
  5. C

Grammar Focus

The present simple and present continuous tenses are essential in English grammar for describing general truths, habits, and ongoing actions. Consider the following examples:

  • By mastering the laws of power, individuals can gain and maintain power over others. (present continuous)
  • When interacting with others, it’s essential to be cautious and strategic. (present simple)
  • The laws of power are a complex set of principles that can help individuals achieve success. (present simple)
  • Individuals can use several strategies to gain power, including making others come to them. (present simple)
  • By mastering these laws and strategies, individuals can achieve success and admiration. (present continuous)

Grammar Quiz

Choose the correct answer for each question:

  1. By _______________ the laws of power, individuals can gain and maintain power over others.
    • to master
    • mastering
    • masters
    • have mastered
  2. When interacting with others, it’s essential _______________ cautious and strategic.
    • to be
    • being
    • be
    • are
  3. The laws of power _______________ a complex set of principles that can help individuals achieve success.
    • are
    • is
    • be
    • have been
  4. Individuals _______________ several strategies to gain power, including making others come to them.
    • can use
    • uses
    • using
    • have used
  5. By _______________ these laws and strategies, individuals can achieve success and admiration.
    • master
    • mastering
    • to master
    • have mastered

Answer Key:

  1. mastering
  2. to be
  3. are
  4. can use
  5. mastering