We mustbe part of the general staff at the inception, rather than the ambulancedrivers at the bitter end.

Of all human foibles love of living is the most powerful.

A goodmanager doesn't try to eliminate conflict; he tries to keep it from wastingthe energies of his people. If you're the boss and your people fight youopenly when they think that you are wrong that's healthy.

To sit alone in the lamp light with a book spread out before you-such is a pleasure beyond compare.

When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannothurt you.

There's no point in arguing with partisan supporters. Their views are their identity.Nothing you can tell the most phlegmatic follower.

Resolvingconflict is rarely about who is right. It is about acknowledgment andappreciation of differences.
One ofthe best ways to persuade others is with your ears by listening to them.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

Inbusiness, you don't get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate.

Don'tbargain for fish which are still in the water.

He who asks questions cannot avoid the answers.

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