Information has power value in Indian contexts—those who have it can use it to advantage; those who lack it are disadvantaged. This understanding shapes strategic information behavior. Gathering valuable information is investment; protecting what you have gathered maintains advantage; sharing strategically rather than freely preserves information’s value.
In competitive contexts, information asymmetry creates advantage—the negotiator who knows more gets better terms, the competitor with intelligence outmaneuvers rivals. Information hoarding is rational when information power is at stake; sharing freely may be seen as naive or weak. Control of information enables influence over those who need access. Be aware that others are also managing information strategically; what you are told may be selected to influence you. Develop capability to gather information through multiple channels and to protect information that gives you advantage.
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