When you ask from a stranger that which is of interest only to yourself, always enclose a stamp

Mistakes are to Life what shadows are to Light.

A perfect method for adding drama to life is to wait untilthe deadline looms large.

A smallbenefit obtained is better than a great one in expectation.

Theonly difference between stumbling blocks and stepping stones is the way inwhich we use them.

Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outbrust of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.

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

If youare leaning over to starboard to balance the boat against the other guy'spropensity to lean too far to port, both of you are about to get wet.

Familiarize yourself with the chains of bondage and you prepare your own limbs to wear them.

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

Some People strengthen the society just by being the kind of people they are.

Theeasiest, the most tempting, and the least creative response to conflictwithin an organization is to pretend it does notexist.