Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Informationis a negotiator's greatest weapon.

A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trials.

Wecould never learn to be brave and patient if there were only joy in the world.

Don'tbargain for fish which are still in the water.

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.

Experience is a hard teacher because SHE gives the test first, the lesson afterwards.

A good listener is not someone with nothing to say. A good listener is a good talkerwith a sore throat.

Commonsense in an uncommon degree is what the world calls wisdom.

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

Old fools are more foolish than you ones.

Be your own judge and you will be happy.