Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.

The louder the talked of his honour, the faster we counted our spoons.

A faithful friend is medicine of Life.

Whospreads, sows; Who listens, reaps.

Keepthings informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

Flatteryis the infantry of negotiation.

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

Fools rush in where fools have been before.

Muchtalking is the cause of danger. Silence is the means of avoiding misfortune.The talkative parrot is shut up in a cage. Other birds, without speech, flyfreely about.

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.

We cannot all be great but we can always attach ourselves to something that is great.

Compromise.Such an adjustment of conflicting interests as gives each adversary thesatisfaction of thinking he has got what he ought not to have, and isdeprived of nothing except what was justly his due.