There is no knowledge that is not power.

Pessimism, when you get used to it, is just as agreeable as optimism.

A perfect method for adding drama to life is to wait until the deadline looms large.

Thepessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunityin every difficulty.

Friendships begin with liking or gratitude-roots that can be pulled up.

A hard job is one which leaves a fellow as tired before week-end as after.

Even a fish wouldn't get into trouble if it kept its mouth shut.

It is much easier to be a hero than a gentleman.

We owealmost all our knowledge not to those who have agreed but to those who havediffered.

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

It ishard to change our point of view in a conflict. Most often, it is because weare not nearly as interested in resolving the conflict and possibly creatinga new ‘pearl’ as we are in being right.

The loftierthe building the deeper the foundation must be.