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

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

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

Changemeans movement. Movement means friction. Only in the frictionless vacuum of anonexistent abstract world can movement or change occur without that abrasivefriction of conflict.

Conflictlies at the core of innovation.

The aimof argument, or of discussion, should not be victory, but progress.

Thereare two dilemmas that rattle the human skull: How do you hang on to someone whowon't stay? And how do you get rid of someone who won't go?

Don'twrestle a pig in a mud hole. You both get all dirty, and the pig enjoys it.

Buying ischeaper than asking.

Mirrors should be able to think before reflecting the images.

The talker will lead the dog to the meat market.

Only few men think, but all have opinions.