Chaos Stratagem: Use deception to create chaos

This Skill Bit talks about the “Use deception to create chaos” stratagem, which involves inducing disorder in your opponent’s ranks through deliberate deception. In military contexts, this could mean deploying decoys or false information to trigger strategic errors. Similarly, in business, spreading rumors or exaggerating strengths can sow uncertainty among competitors. Successful execution demands careful planning and coordination to ensure chaos without backfiring. While effective for gaining an edge, it risks damaging credibility or losing control, necessitating cautious and strategic implementation.

Duration approx. 3 Min.

Tier: proficiency

A part of Stratagem – Strategic Insights for Professionals course.