Amarriage without conflicts is almost as inconceivable as a nation without crises.

To pushadvantages too far is neither generous nor just.

Inbusiness, you don't get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate.

The wicked are not always clever, nor are dictators always right.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Ifyou wish to make a man your enemy, tell him simply, 'You are wrong.' Thismethod works every time.

Therecan be no doubt that the average man blames much more than he praises. Hisinstinct is to blame. If he is satisfied he says nothing; if he is not, hemost illogically kicks up a row.

Thetrouble with talking too fast is you may say something you haven't thought ofyet.

Difficultiesare meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong byconflict.

Honesty and Wisdom are such a delightful pastime, at another person's expense !

Bekind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges