Muchtalking is the cause of danger. Silence is the means of avoiding misfortune.The talkative parrot is shut up in a cage. Other birds, without speech, flyfreely about.

Prejudice is a disease characterised by hardening of categories.

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

He who gainsa victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himselfis all powerful.

There ward for always listening when you'd rather be talking is wisdom.

Be notdisturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed at not understanding.

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

Consistencyis the hobgoblin of little minds.

It isdifficult to negotiate where neither will trust.

We willbe known by the tracks we leave behind.

The World is but, a school of inquiry.

I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him