Whenelephants fight, it is the grass who suffers.

Learning must be had, but in the second place, as subsequent only to greater qualities.

A manshould never be ashamed to own he has been in the wrong, which is but saying,in other words, that he is wiser today than he was yesterday.

Sometimesyou have to be silent to be heard.

The laws of life are founded on necessity, its charms on the non-essentials.

Even a dog knows the difference between being stumbledover and being kicked.

If you follow me, I may lead you straight to hell, but ifyou trust me, I will lead you back out again.

Negotiatingmeans getting the best of your opponent.

Peoplewho can't admit they are part of the problem, will never be part of itssolution.

Cooperativeconflict builds people up, strengthens their relationships, and gets thingsdone.

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

Democracy will break under the strain of apronstrings. It can exist only on trust.