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Chapter 18: The corporate chessboard
Author: Andy woods
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Chapter 18: The Corporate Chessboard

As John's empire spread, the panorama of corporate politics loomed like a maze before him. The once-familiar topography of business suddenly exposed its deep, tortuous passageways, filled with connections, rivalries, and secretive tactics.

Navigating this dangerous area was a tough endeavour. John's ascent to stardom hadn't gone unnoticed by the giants of business. His success had become a threat, and whispers of envy and competition echoed through the corridors of power. In the boardrooms where deals were negotiated and alliances established, John found himself entangled in a web of complicated power intrigues. Corporate giants used power like weapons, aiming to sabotage his initiatives and stop his ascension.

Rivalries erupted, not only from direct rivals but from those threatened by John's inventive techniques and disruptive initiatives. The competitive world of corporate politics had its own rules—rules John had to learn fast, often at the sacr
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