Power, however it has evolved, whatever its origins, willnot be given up without a struggle.

To copy is to put an end to creativeness. Unless there is originality, you can do nothing.

The most exquisite paradox… as soon as you give itall up, you can have it all. As long as you want power, you can't have it.The minute you don't want power, you'll have more than you ever dreamedpossible.

Man is born free, and everywhere is is in chains

Man's life would be wretched and confined if it were to missthe candid intimacy developed by mutual trust and esteem.

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

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

Gossip is that which no one claims to like-but everybody enjoys.

Makesure you leave some fat for the other side.

Too little liberty brings stagnation, too much brings chaos.

Thedays are too short even for love; how can there be enough time for quarreling?

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