The civilisation of one epoch becomes the manure of the next.

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

Let not thy will roar, when thy power can but whisper.

Nevermiss a good chance to shut up.

I haveoften regretted my speech, never my silence.

Thesingle most powerful tool for winning a negotiation is the ability to get upand walk away from the table without a deal.

Without trust, words become the hollow sound of a woodengong. With trust, words become life itself.

Conflict is neither good nor bad. Properly managed, it is absolutely vital.

My Strength is made perfect in weakness

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

When you ask from a stranger that which is of interest only to yourself, always enclose a stamp

The wise man learns more from his enemies than the fool does from his friends.