The planers do not make or mar our destiny. we are the makers of our destiny.

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

People who invite trouble always complain when it occurs.

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

If you follow me, I may lead you straight to hell, but ifyou trust me, I will lead you back out again.

Democracy is the art of disciplining onself, so that one need not be disciplined by others.

Power is something of which I am convinced there is no innocencethis side of the womb.

It doesnot do to leave a Dragon out of your calculations, if you live near him.

It is a strange desire, to seek power, and to loseliberty; or to seek power over others, and to lose power over a man's self.

A goodmanager doesn't try to eliminate conflict; he tries to keep it from wastingthe energies of his people. If you're the boss and your people fight youopenly when they think that you are wrong that's healthy.

If I giveyou an egg, and you give me an egg, we will each have one egg.

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