A good listeneris not only popular everywhere, but after a while he gets to know something.

Unlessa man has trained himself for his chance, the chance will only make him lookridiculous.

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

To ask advice is in nine cases out of ten tout for flattery.

History is the witness of the times, the light of truth.

Mostpeople I ask little from. I try to give them much, and expect nothing inreturn and I do very well in the bargain.

You could forgive an enemy. It is harder to forgive yourself.

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

Theproblem with communication is the illusion that is has occurred.

True, Heavenprohibits certain pleasures; but one can generally negotiate a compromise.

No pillow is as soft as clear conscience.

I have discovered the art of deceiving diplomats. I speakthe truth, and they never believe me.