The success of the counterattack depends on whether the timing of the counterattack is accurate. Counterattack can only be used when the other side threatens you with "terrorist tactics", so it can also be said that it is a defensive war that takes retreat as the advance. Tom's successful example shows that counterattack is the so-called "leverage", that is, using the other side's strength, coupled with his own strength, to exert the "multiplication effect" and achieve success.

Secondly, it should be noted that when using the counterattack method, the effect will be greatly reduced if the other party does not think that you are a person who is "consistent in words and deeds". Johnson believed that Tom was a man of his word, so he gave in before Tom officially declared war. If the situation is just the opposite, the result will naturally be very different. Therefore, before using the counter-attack method, you must first understand whether you are a person who is consistent in words and deeds in the eyes of the negotiating opponent.