The greatest job of teachers is to cultivate talent until it ripens for the public to reap its bounty.

Wordsare, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.

Nothing doth more hurt in a state that cunning men pass for wise.

We'reeyeball to eyeball and the other fellow just blinked.

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

Kindness is never wasted. If it has no effect on the recepient, at least it benefits the bestower.

There is no fate that cannot be surmounted by scorn.

Conflictbuilds character. Crisis defines it.

Past time is only eviil at a distance.

Keep things 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

The weaknesses of many make leader possible.

A peace which depends upon fear is nothing but a suppressed war.