To beprepared is half the victory.

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

The great despisers are the greater reverers.

Itmatters not whether you win or lose; what matters is whether I win or lose.

In art, as in love, instinct is enogh.

Acreaking door hangs long on its hinges.

Theloftier the building the deeper the foundation must be.

I liketo listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.

Evil communication corrupt good manners.

Silenceis the mother of truth.

You canoutdistance that which is running after you, but not what is running insideyou.

A man sits as many risks as he runs.