Those who do not know the plans of competitors cannot prepare alliance…

Sun Tzu
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Those who do not know the plans of competitors cannot prepare alliances. Those who do not know the lay of the land cannot maneuver their forces. Those who do not use local guides cannot take advantage of the ground. ✨ Sun Tzu (2005). The Art of War, p.167, Shambhala Publications
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Those who do not know the plans of competitors cannot prepare alliances. Those who do not know the lay of the land cannot maneuver their forces. Those who do not use local guides cannot take advantage of the ground. ✨ Sun Tzu (2005). The Art of War, p.167, Shambhala Publications

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