It isn't important to come out on top, what matters is to be the one who comes out alive.

Peaceis not the absence of conflict but the presence of creative alternatives forresponding to conflict alternatives to passive or aggressive responses,alternatives to violence.

Keep things informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

When our hearts are empty, we collect things.

Nine times out of ten, we are disappointed in life because we don't ask enough of it.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

I think I could sum up my position on this with therecitation of a brief Russian proverb ‘Doveryai no Proveryai.’ Itmeans trust but verify.

Accomplishmentof purpose is better than making a profit.

If youare standing upright, don't worry if your shadow is crooked.

I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us,that the less we use our power the greater it will be.

Suffer fools gladly, they might be right.

Flatteryis the infantry of negotiation.