Silence, along with modesty, is a great aid to conversation.

Nevermistake silence for agreement.

Wheneveryou're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make thedifference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factoris attitude.

Ability is poor men's wealth

Many a gem of wisdom have gone unsaid, because someone lacked ability to express it.

Better hazard than always be in fear.

Kindness is never wasted. If it has no effect on the recepient, at least it benefits the bestower.

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

There is no knowledge that is not power.

Tact is the ability to make a person see the lightning without letting him feel the bolt.

A man sits as many risks as he runs.

Any general statement is like a cheque drawn on a bank. Its value depends on what is there to meet it.