Lessons from the Trial of Philotas

After his victory at Gaugamela, Alexander the Great’s worst tendencies – his vanity above all, came out in greater force.…

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Why Was Joan of Arc So Effective?

France was in a dire state at the start of 1429. The English controlled almost all the territory north of…

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If/When-Then Plans: Your Key to Conquering Hesitation

The “Godfather of Influence” and “Godzilla of Persuasion” has been a tried and true source on influencing others for close…

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Mind Control: Review

Finished files are the result of years of scientific studies combined with years of experience. How many “Fs” did you…

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The Tragic Fall of Vince McMahon

On Friday, July 22nd, 2022, something happened that I never thought I’d see in that person’s lifetime. Vince McMahon, the…

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Why Boris Johnson Fell From Power

You can have all the talent in the world, but without virtue, your ship has no rudder and will crash.…

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How The Vladimir Putin Myth Shattered in 7 Days

For over 20 years, Russia’s leader has assumed a carefully-constructed persona: the Vladimir Putin myth. He was Russia’s latter-day Czar,…

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Scipio and the Maiden of New Carthage

In 209 BC, the Second Punic War was at a precipice. Thanks to the efforts of leaders like the “Sword…

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How Alexander the Great Asserted His Authority

Because he was such a force of nature, we tend to think that Alexander the Great’s accession to the throne…

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How Glenn Youngkin Pulled off the Biggest Political Upset Since 2016

A political earthquake shook the United States this week. Its epicenter was in Virginia. I didn’t think it could be…

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