One hallmark of freedom is the sound of laughter.

Thefirst principle of contract negotiation is don'tremind them of what you did in the past; tell them what you're going to do inthe future.

Superioty and inferiority are individual, not racial or national.

The oldbelieve everything, the middle-aged suspect everything, the young knoweverything.

To do what others cannot do is talent. To do what talent cannot do is genius.

He whocannot cut the bread evenly cannot get on well with people.

It is less dangerous to treat most men badly than to treat them too well.

Be yourself and speak your mind today, though it contradicts all you have said before.

Conflict is neither good nor bad. Properly managed, it is absolutely vital.

Work without faith is like at attempt to reach a bottom-less pit.

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

We own almostall our knowledge not to those who have agreed but to those who havediffered.