11 Business Tactics You Can Learn From Disney Villains

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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.

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

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

    The-emporers-new-grove
    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.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR LYDHANSON

  • 3. Diversify your skill set.

    Captain-hook
    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.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR FYDISNEYMISFITS

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

    Mulan-vilain
    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.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR INKEDRABBIT

  • 5. Don't let rivals see your fear.

    Lion-king-scar
    Because when you show weakness, the hyenas pounce.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR CINEMAMONAMOUR.

  • 6. Always get transactions in writing.

    Little-mermaid-ariel
    Promises are great, but a legally binding contract gives you a guarantee.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR AWESOMEDISNEYANDANIME

  • 7. Think about the long term.

    Malificent
    Always have a five-year plan (or a sixteen-year plan).
    IMAGE: TUMBLR NEONCHOPSTICKS

  • 8. Really vet your employees.

    Snow-white-evil-queen
    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.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR STARSCREAM-AND-HUTCH

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

    Jafar
    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.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR FUCKYEAHDISNEYGIFS

  • 10. Keep your cool under pressure.

    Hercules-hades
    Because nothing looks less professional than blowing up in front of your colleges.
    IMAGE: TUMBLR RONOROA18

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

    The-hunchback-of-notre-dame-vilain
    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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