The art of life is the avoiding of pain.

Power takes as ingratitude the writhing of its victims.

A manshould never be ashamed to own he has been in the wrong, which is but saying,in other words, that he is wiser today than he was yesterday.

There is sweet joy that comes to us that comes to us after sorrow.

Skillin the art of communication is crucial to a leader's success. He canaccomplish nothing unless he can communicate effectively.

Suffer fools gladly, they might be right.

You may give gifts without caring, but you can't care without giving

Only freemen can negotiate. Prisoners cannot enter into contracts. Your freedom andmine cannot be separated.

Truth is strengthened by observation and delay; falsehood by haste and uncertainity.

Silenceis foolish if we are wise, but wise if we are foolish.

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

Do not tell me the problem is a difficult one. If it were not difficult, it would not be a problem