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Niccolo Machiavelli Quotes

Biography: Niccolo Machiavelli is known for his political treatise "The Prince." ... more Biography: Niccolo Machiavelli is known for his political treatise "The Prince." Born in Florence in 1469, he was a diplomat, philosopher, and writer during the Renaissance. His works often focus on political theory, realpolitik, and the effective use of power, making him a seminal figure in political science. less
"He who wishes to be obeyed must know how to command"
Tags: Wisdom, Leadership, Influence, Power, Discipline
"The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him"
Tags: Wisdom, Leadership, Influence, Strategy, Intelligence
"Whosoever desires constant success must change his conduct with the times"
Tags: Self-improvement, Success, Resilience, Growth, Personal development
"Men judge generally more by the eye than by the hand, for everyone can see and few can feel"
Tags: Perception, Human nature, Understanding, Reality, Experience
"The lion cannot protect himself from traps, and the fox cannot defend himself from wolves. One must therefore be a fox to recognize traps, and a lion to frighten wolves"
Tags: Wisdom, Leadership, Strength, Strategy, Adaptability
"Never was anything great achieved without danger"
Tags: Motivation, Success, Perseverance, Determination, Courage
"The wise man does at once what the fool does finally"
Tags: Self-improvement, Wisdom, Action, Discipline, Decision-making
"It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both"
Tags: Philosophy, Love, Leadership, Human nature, Fear
"The ends justify the means"
Tags: Philosophy, Ethics, Morality, Moral philosophy, Pragmatism
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