Always obey on the surface, but compete at critical moments.

Always share skills, but monopolize the core.
Always find gaps within the rules, and create new regulations in those gaps.
Always show weakness openly, but strategize in the shadows.
Always give credit to those in higher positions, but turn ability into core strength.
Always hold back when cooperating with peers, and keep a reserve when delegating to subordinates.
Always let your opponents underestimate your ambitions.