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Rulers must be willing to make tough decisions from "summary" of Poder & Manipulação: Como entender o mundo em vinte lições extraídas de "O Príncipe", de Maquiavel by Jacob Petry
Rulers must be willing to make tough decisions because governing is not a task for the faint-hearted. It requires a leader to have the courage to make difficult choices, even if they may be unpopular or controversial. In order to maintain power and control, a ruler must be prepared to take decisive action when necessary, without hesitation or second-guessing. This willingness to make tough decisions is a hallmark of effective leadership, as it demonstrates strength, decisiveness, and a commitment to achieving one's goals. Moreover, in the cutthroat world of politics, hesitation can be deadly. A ruler who is indecisive or wavering in the face of adversi...
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