welcome to makavelian psychology where we delve into the depths of power and influence today we're exploring law 11 of the 48 Laws of Power learn to keep people dependent on you this law is a Cornerstone in understanding the Dynamics of power and control let's unravel the layers of this intriguing principle the essence of law 11 law 11 is rooted in a simple truth power comes not just from from wealth or status but from being indispensable when people rely on you for their success and well-being you hold a significant amount of influence over them historical examples history is replete with examples consider the reign of lwis I 14th the Sun King he kept his Nobles close dependent on his favors ensuring their loyalty and diminishing their power application in modern times in today's corporate world this law plays out in the boardrooms and marketplaces those who possess unique skills or knowledge that others heavily rely on often find themselves in positions of great power psychological perspective from a psychological standpoint this law leverages basic human needs and insecurities people fear uncertainty and instability by positioning yourself as a pillar of support you become a necessary part of their stability ethical considerations however with great power comes great responsibility it's crucial to balance this law with ethical considerations dependence should not lead to exploitation strategies to implement law 11 to effectively Implement law 11 focus on developing unique skills and cultivating a reputation of reliability be the solution to problems the beacon in chaos in conclusion law 11 learn to keep people dependent on you is about being indispensable and reliable it's a powerful tool in the Arsenal of those who wish to climb the ladder of success and maintain their position at the top thank you for joining us on Machiavellian psychology like share and subscribe for more insights into the laws of power until next time keep your strategy Sharp and your power intact note these videos are designed for educational and entertainment purposes and should be received with a tone of responsible understanding of the ethical implications of power dynamics