I don’t mind losing battles as long as I win the war. Think about this. It applies in every situation. What do you want to accomplish? What is your end goal? You don’t have to be right all the time or succeed at every step to get there. Letting obstructionists think they are winning can be a very good strategy. Being a smiling loser as you go along can be a very good way to work. Then suddenly: Bam! You’re the winner.
