To startblindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness, andwill lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

In thebusiness world, everyone is always working at legitimate cross purposes,governed by self interest.

Symanpathy is a supporting atmosphere, and in it we unfold easily and well

The art of writing is the art of restraint.

Grantgraciously what you cannot refuse safely and conciliate those you cannotconquer.

Labour with what zeal we will. Something still remains undone.

Silenceis argument carried out by other means.

Dig a well before you are thirsty.

Encouragement after censure is as the sun after a shower.

Silenceis as full of potential wisdom and wit as the unshown marble of greatsculpture. The silent bear no witness against themselves.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

The real purpose of books is to trap the mind into doing its own thinking