The exercise of power is determined by thousands ofinteractions between the world of the powerful and that of the powerless, allthe more so because these worlds are never divided by a sharp line: everyonehas a small part of himself in both.

Silenceis the ultimate weapon of power.

Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outbrust of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.

Well-managed,cooperative conflict contributes to the productivity and innovativeness oforganizations and the competence and well-being of people.

Gossip is the art of saying nothing, in a manner that leaves nothing unsaid

Tobelieve in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.

He who asks questions cannot avoid the answers.

Nothing so wonderfully concentrates the mind as theprospect of a hanging.

Slander cannot destroy an honest man: when the flood recedes the rock is there.

Earnest people are often people who habitually look on the serious side of things that have no serious side

Listeningwell is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well.

Analysis kills spontaneity.The grain once ground to floor,springs and germinates no more.