There are three faithful friends; and old wife, an old dog and ready money.

The best prophet is common sense, our native wit.

Talkingmuch about oneself may be a way of hiding oneself.

Keepthings informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

There are always two forces warring against each other within us.

Even a fish wouldn't get into trouble if it kept its mouth shut.

Theproblem with communication is the illusion that is has occurred.

Nations get as good or as bad a government as they deserve.

The more you seat in peace, the less you bleed in war

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.

Consistencyrequires you to be as ignorant today as you were a year ago.

Asingle conversation with a wise man is better than ten years of study.