To start blindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness,and will lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

No strength within, no respect without.

Differentfields, different grasshoppers; different seas, different fish.

Gossip is that which no one claims to like-but everybody enjoys.

Use softwords and hard arguments.

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

Watching small men at work reconciles to the great.

We have, I fear, confused power with greatness.

To startblindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness, andwill lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

Somewherethere is a map of how it can be done.

Few things help an individual more than to placeresponsibility upon him, and to let him know that you trust him.

Bargainlike a gypsy, but pay like a gentleman.