Enthusiasm sees only the down payment.

Thereis no advancement to him who stands trembling because he cannot see the endfrom the beginning.

Keep things 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

Every village has to become a self-sufficient republic.

Thefirst principle of contract negotiation is don'tremind them of what you did in the past; tell them what you're going to do inthe future.

Thefreedom of the city is not negotiable. We cannot negotiate with those whosay, What’s mine is mine and what’s yours is negotiable.

When you ask from a stranger that which is of interest only to yourself, always enclose a stamp

Silenceis as full of potential wisdom and wit as the unshownmarble of great sculpture. The silent bear no witness against themselves.

Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet.

A round egg can be made square according to how you cut it; words would be harsh according to how you speak them.

A hero is no braver than anyone else; he is only brave minutes longer

The lust for power in dominating others inflames the heartmore than any other passion.