11 Business Tactics You Can Learn From Disney Villains

Scar may have been an evil fratricidal lion, but he sure knew how to stage an uprising.

Even with his impressive public speaking skills, he still wasn't the best manager — as evidenced by the fact he was mauled to death by his employees.

If you have your sights set on dominating the business world, you can learn from Scar, and the rest of the Disney villains' successes and mistakes.

• 1. Decorate to impress.

  

  Let your office tell your colleagues you're the competition -- or that you need a lot of hooks and really don't like deer.

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• 2. Don't always go for the obvious choice.

  

  Sure it might be easier to bludgeon your enemy, or just put out a press release to your local papers. But by experimenting with a new system or media, you're showing competitors that you're always thinking of new ways to innovate.

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• 3. Diversify your skill set.

  

  Being the best at your given profession can land you a job, but being the best office manager who is also multi-lingual and knows HTML can earn you a promotion.

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• 4. Always be on the look-out for the next big thing.

  

  Even if you're on top at the moment, there's always a new, young upstart who could edge you out if you don't keep on top of new technology and industry news.

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• 5. Don't let rivals see your fear.

  

  Because when you show weakness, the hyenas pounce.

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• 6. Always get transactions in writing.

  

  Promises are great, but a legally binding contract gives you a guarantee.

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• 7. Think about the long term.

  

  Always have a five-year plan (or a sixteen-year plan).

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• 8. Really vet your employees.

  

  It's not just about the resume -- it's about the references. You don't want to put your trust behind a worker just to find out he has the skills but doesn't have the heart for the job.

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• 9. Never dismiss the competition because you think they aren't a threat.

  

  Just because the new guy hasn't gotten his bearings straight doesn't mean he doesn't have the skill set, or even disposition your boss will be looking for in the future.

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• 10. Keep your cool under pressure.

  

  Because nothing looks less professional than blowing up in front of your colleges.

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• 11. Be nice to the people who work under you.

  

  Just because you have the power over an underling now doesn't mean they won't hold your life (or career) in their hands some day. You should treat people well because it's the right thing to do, but it's also a solid business decision.

  
  

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