To be preparedis half the victory.

Nothing so wonderfully concentrates the mind as theprospect of a hanging.

Nine times out of ten, we are disappointed in life because we don't ask enough of it.

Power corrupts the few, while weakness corrputs the many.

The oldbelieve everything, the middle-aged suspect everything, the young knoweverything.

Thereis all the difference in the world between having something to say and havingto say something.

A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the brick that others throw at him.

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

Don't beafraid of opposition. Remember, a kite rises against, not with, the wind.

Power is like being a lady... if you have to tell peopleyou are, you aren't.

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

The darkest hour has only 60 minutes