Before following a leader, it's wise to see if he's headed in the right direction.

If you would know what nobody knows, read what everybody reads just after one year afterwards.

Thebasic building block of good communications is the feeling that every humanbeing is unique and of value.

In history, characters and events occur twice, first as tragedy then as farce.

You'vegot to know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em know, when to walk away, know when to run.

The remedy for weakness is not brooding over weakness, but thinking of strength.

The thoughts that come often unsought, and as it were, drop into the mind, are commonly the most valuable of any we have.

Power can be taken, but not given. The process of thetaking is empowerment in itself.

Every kind of peaceful cooperation among men is primarily basedon mutual trust and only secondarily on institutions such as courts ofjustice and police.

Nevermiss a good chance to shut up.

Let uswork without disputing. It is the only way to render life tolerable.

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