| Commentary |
As with many of these meta-strategies, this one can be used with an eye toward gaining a competitive advantage, or with altruistic motives. The creative Social Contractor may find ways to do both simultaneously. Also, two people might employ this strategy and be at odds with one another. There are many possible axes on which influence may travel: flexible vs. formal, winning-is-everything vs. how-you-play-the-game, and so forth. |