Few men of action have been able to make a graceful exit at the appropriate time.

Ifpassion drives you, let reason hold the reins.

Silenceis as full of potential wisdom and wit as the unshown marble of greatsculpture. The silent bear no witness against themselves.

Angels fly, because they take themselves lightly.

I willprepare and some day my chance will come.

Neverforget the power of silence, that massively disconcerting pause which goes onand on and may at last induce an opponent to babble and backtrack nervously.

Thespirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

Philosophy may describe unreason, as it may describe force; it cannot hope to refute them.

The property of power is to protect.

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

A goodpreparation takes longer than the delivery.