Thedirect use of force is such a poor solution to any problem,it is generally employed only by small children and large nations.

All faults may be forgiven of him who has perfect candour

We do not err because the truth is difficult to see. We err because this is more comfortable

The greatest humiliation in life is to work hard on something from which you expect great appreciation, and then fail to get.

Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build a bridge even where there is no river.

When makinga decision of minor importance, I have always found it advantageous toconsider all the pros and cons. In vital matters, however, such as the choiceof a mate or a profession, the decision should come from the unconscious,from somewhere within ou

The property of power is to protect.

Zeal is fit only for wise men but is found mostly infools.

Power can be taken, but not given. The process of thetaking is empowerment in itself.

Let usnever negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.

Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.

Thefirst principle of contract negotiation is don'tremind them of what you did in the past; tell them what you're going to do inthe future.