390. Controlling Institutions and Machiavellianism

Whatever institution you wish to control learn its mechanisms from the inside. Expand your power by whatever means are possible (- Lorenzo The Magnificent (Medici) and Nicolo Maciavelli). Plan far in advance ( 1, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50 year plans are vital.) and use the utmost deviousness. Maintain your "Libero segreto" (secret journals) and keep them closely hidden.