When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in theservice of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I amafraid.

Trust exists; only lies are invented.

The real purpose of books is to trap the mind into doing its own thinking

Laughteris the shortest distance between two people.

Man alone contains within himself as many species as exist on earth.

No one wouldtalk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

Wisdom is what you get for a lifetime of listening when you'd have preferred totalk.

I'mjust preparing my impromptu remarks.

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

In thebusiness world, everyone is always working at legitimate cross purposes,governed by self interest.

Takecare, don't fight, and remember: if you do not choose to lead, you willforever be led by others. Find what scares you, and do it. And you can make adifference, if you choose to do so.

If Ishould ever be captured, I want no negotiation—and if I should request anegotiation from captivity they should consider that a sign of duress.