Conflictbuilds character. Crisis defines it.

I love power. But it is as an artist that I love it. Ilove it as a musician loves his violin, to draw out its sounds and chords andharmonies.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

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

If Ihad six hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend the first hour sharpening the ax.

Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.

The weaknesses of many make leader possible.

The oldbelieve everything, the middle-aged suspect everything, the young knoweverything.

Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

The rulers must be watched, not the ruled.

The first duty of love is to listen.

Effectivecommunication is 20 percent what you know and 80 percent how you feel aboutwhat you know.