New Delhi, March 16 -- "If you know the enemy and know yourself, your victory will not stand in doubt."

This famous quote from Sun Tzu's classic book The Art of War has been regarded as one of the most long-lasting leadership and strategic lessons in history. The line, although written in the context of warfare more than two millennia ago, continues to resonate in politics, business, and everyday decision-making.

In strategic thinking, knowing the enemy does not end with recognising who the enemy is. Therefore, it involves getting information on what their weaknesses are, what their key strengths are, what motivates and drives them, what their likes and dislikes are, and what are their future moves most likely to be. With careful observ...