10. Should you go insane temporarily and destroy a few starships, apologize profusely when you come to your senses.
9. Obey your father (except when the freedom of the universe is at stake.)
8. Invite anyone you find to play some classical music; go on to attack a base.
7. Use any family connections you may have, especially if your immediate family numbers in the 50s.
6. Having immense wealth doesn't hurt either.
5. One word: hospitality.
4. Whenever possible, give the other person a chance to surrender unconditionally to you.
3. Apologize frequently to everyone you can...
2. ...especially just before you kill them.
1. When all else fails, look cute.