I'm nota combative person. My long experience has taught me to resolve conflict byraising the issues before I or others burn their boats.

It isgreed to do all the talking but not to want to listen at all.

The past is always dogging our heals, striving ceaselessly to banish the present.

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

Dig a well before you are thirsty.

The wicked are not always clever, nor are dictators always right.

One ofthe best ways to persuade others is with your ears by listening to them.

Conflictbuilds character. Crisis defines it.

Listening,not imitation, may be the sincerest form of flattery.

We own almostall our knowledge not to those who have agreed but to those who havediffered.

One must be poor to know the luxury of giving.

If anenemy is annoying you by playing well, consider adopting his strategy.