Quote by Aleister Crowley

Roughly speaking, any man with energy and enthusiasm ought to be able to bring at least a dozen others round to his opinion in the course of a year no matter how absurd that opinion might be. We see every day in politics, in business, in social life, large masses of people brought to embrace the most revolutionary ideas, sometimes within a few days. It is all a question of getting hold of them in the right way and working on their weak points.

Roughly speaking, any man with energy and enthusiasm ought t

Summary

This quote suggests that with enough energy, enthusiasm, and persuasive skills, any individual can sway a significant number of people to adopt their point of view, regardless of how absurd or unconventional it may be. The quote further claims that this phenomenon can be witnessed in various domains like politics, business, and social life, where large groups of individuals can swiftly embrace radical ideas with the right approach. The key is to understand people's vulnerabilities and tailor persuasive tactics accordingly.

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