The Diplomat's Guide to Not Being a Diplomat

Welcome to the ultimate guide for individuals who have somehow managed to get themselves stuck in a diplomatic role, despite their best efforts to the contrary.

Chapter 1: Pretending to Listen

This chapter will cover the art of nodding vigorously while secretly checking your phone, and other advanced techniques for appearing attentive.

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Chapter 2: Using Jargon to Confuse Your OpponentChapter 3: The Art of Saying Nothing Useful While Saying Something That Sounds Useful

This chapter is for the diplomat who wants to appear erudite without actually being so. It covers the finer points of saying 'I'm not sure what you mean' in 17 different languages, and other advanced techniques for sounding smart without actually being intelligent.

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Chapter 4: The Fine Art of Faking It Till You Make It

In this chapter, we'll cover the delicate balance between appearing competent and actually being clueless. From faking a meeting to faking a smile, this is the ultimate guide for the diplomat who wants to look like they know what they're doing.

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