[30 Years of Planning] Romance of the Three Kingdoms 'Rule of 3' Strategic Planning / 150-page Textbook

I never expected to find a lecture like this on Inflearn. The ingenious and surprising framework of analyzing the Romance of the Three Kingdoms through the "Rule of Three" is truly remarkable. It doesn't feel awkward or forced at all; rather, it is a key that pierces through to the core. The pacing of the lecture allowed for great focus, and I loved how it reinforced the content by combining storytelling with the Rule of Three. There are section quizzes as well, and I found myself genuinely trying my best to get the right answers. Because it's so interesting and helpful, I'm going through it quickly, but I plan to re-watch it several times to ensure I apply it to my life and work. This lecture challenges me to establish my own "Rule of Three" for other classics or different tasks in my professional life.

Since it was a lecture on the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, I was initially worried it might just be the same old stories everyone knows, but the depth of this lecture is truly on another level. I loved how the expertise of a professional who has spent nearly 30 years on the front lines of marketing and consulting was felt throughout the course. The most impressive part was how it pierces through a complex world using a clear framework called the "Rule of Three." Instead of just admiring the exploits of heroes, the instructor translates them into specific business strategies like the "3 Stages of Cognitive Dominance" or the "3 Stages of Justification Design," which gave me the confidence that I could apply these directly to my work. In particular, I liked these aspects: Insightful Analysis: The part where Guan Yu’s slaying of Hua Xiong was explained through "Signaling Theory" to show how an underdog builds a brand was incredibly fresh. Practical Utility: Content such as the "3 Stages of Writing a Manifesto" to move people's hearts or Cao Cao’s "M&A Strategy" was living knowledge that can be used immediately in proposals or at the negotiation table. Clear Framework: By helping me build a system that categorizes complex situations into just three areas, I feel like I’ve gained an excellent tool to avoid getting lost in this chaotic era. For those who feel overwhelmed by the complexity of the world or feel they have hit a limit in their strategic thinking, this lecture will be the best choice. It was a precious course that allowed me to create my own blueprint for victory through the massive text of the Three Kingdoms. Thank you for providing such an excellent lecture at a great price.

Thank you for the great lecture! I was intrigued when it was first introduced as a lecture incorporating the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, and as a fan of the series, I really wanted to take it. It was truly informative as it combined the interesting stories of the Three Kingdoms with your own unique insights! Thank you so much for creating such a high-quality lecture. I plan to listen to it multiple times to fully absorb both the lecture materials and the content. Thank you.

This is a very unique lecture. First, I'll point out a few key things. The lecture alternates between the story and the planning framework. I think it’s best for listeners to adjust how they approach it depending on whether they have read "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" before. I have never read the story all the way through. At first, I listened in order, but later I got a bit confused, so I ended up binge-listening to just the story parts first. If you aren't familiar with the Three Kingdoms, I recommend listening to the story from beginning to end first, like I did. I liked how the story parts were organized into 1, 2, and 3. However, because the characters and content are so vast, there were times when I had to re-listen or search for information separately. Also, I haven't finished the 'Rule of Three' section yet, but I think it would be good to download the materials and study that part separately as if you're studying planning. I could see that a lot of effort went into the materials, which was great... but to put it positively, the content is substantial; to put it negatively, the volume is so large that it feels like you really have to study it. Additionally, it would be even more perfect if a summary of the story was included in the materials or made available as a separate download.

Each episode of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms is neatly organized with a three-line summary, strategic analysis, and insights, making it easy to naturally grasp the strategies as you listen. Although the total volume is large, each lecture is short, making it perfect for listening during commutes. I actually found myself finishing it quite quickly. The way every strategy is explained through a single framework called the 'Rule of Three' is impressive, likely due to the depth of the instructor's 30 years of practical experience. I highly recommend this to anyone who loves the Three Kingdoms, as well as those interested in planning or persuasion.

This is the first lecture I've seen that so persuasively explains the concept of the 'Rule of Three' within the familiar story of the Three Kingdoms. It wasn't just a simple explanation of strategic planning; it was very impressive to see how the rule is applied in reality through the choices and management of heroes like Cao Cao, Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhuge Liang. The lecture had an excellent balance between theory and case studies, making it easy to understand, and the instructor's voice was comfortable to listen to. The 150-page textbook is also a great help for learning. I think anyone who usually enjoys the Three Kingdoms will find pleasure in learning the rules and strategies together from a deeper perspective. I highly recommend this to anyone interested!

First of all, even without any prior knowledge of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, I was able to understand everything easily because the story was explained in a very comfortable manner. The structure follows a sequence of Story -> Rule of 3, which made it easy to understand what strategies were involved in each point. Additionally, each lecture is short, lasting between 5 to 7 minutes; even when combining the story and the Rule of 3, it only takes about 10 to 15 minutes. This makes it very manageable for office workers to listen to during commutes or breaks without feeling burdened. Even watching an entire sector at once takes slightly less than an hour, so binge-watching isn't overwhelming either. As the Three Kingdoms narrative progresses toward the latter half, the depth of the explanations regarding business and planning increases. Personally, I found many of the examples highly relatable, and the way things were broken down made them easy to grasp, so I think it is a very well-made course. For parts that were personally harder to pin down, following along with the provided materials made them much easier to understand, so I didn't face any major difficulties. I have completed about 70% of the course as of today. Overall, the structure is well-organized, and the instructor speaks in a tone that is easy to listen to, so I am enjoying the lectures.

Even though I took this course without ever having properly read the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, explaining the core points by dividing them into three structures was a huge help in understanding the flow. It was fascinating to follow the story while simultaneously learning how to view strategy through the eyes of a planner with 30 years of experience. I gained many insights that can be applied directly to my practical work! I found myself taking notes while listening, haha. I think it would be even better for reviewing and referencing the content later if summary versions for both the story and the "Rule of Three" were provided. Thank you for the great lecture. I will continue listening until the end.