Ideal society is a drama enacted exclusively in the imagination

Let no one, then think lightly of the world, lest he be despising himself unawares

Theability to speak eloquently is not to be confused with having something tosay.

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

I'm nota combative person. My long experience has taught me to resolve conflict byraising the issues before I or others burn their boats.

Though patience be a tired mare, yet she will plod.

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

Don't wrestlea pig in a mud hole. You both get all dirty, and the pig enjoys it.

Learning is the property of those who fear to do disagreeable things.

Power comes from sincere service

Tofight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supremeexcellence consists in breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting.

A man sits as many risks as he runs.