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

The highest proof of virtue is to possess boundless powerwithout abusing it.

A man's ruin lies in his tongue.

The hardeststep is over the threshold.

Patience is the art of hoping.

The wise man reads both books and life itself.

Negotiatingin the classic diplomatic sense assumes parties are more anxious to agreethan to disagree.

Maturityis the capacity to endure uncertainty.

The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions.

Manners are the hypocrisy of a nation.

Luck iswhat happens when preparation meets opportunity.

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