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

You gotto be very careful if you don't know where you're going, because you mightnot get there.

Past time is only eviil at a distance.

A large ocean liner was headed across the Atlantic fromPortsmouth to New York. As it neared its destination at night, a lookout onthe wing of the bridge reported, ‘Light, bearing on the starboardbow.’‘Is it steady or moving astern?’ the captain called out

Silenceis the ultimate weapon of power.

A matter that becomes clear ceases to concern us.

To start blindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness,and will lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

To know the pains of power, we must go to those who haveit; to know its pleasures, we must go to those who are seeking it.

My fathersaid: you must never try to make all the money that's in a deal. Let theother fellow make some money too, because if you have a reputation for alwaysmaking all the money, you won't have many deals.

Whenangry, count to ten before you speak; if very angry a hundred.

I'm nota combative person. My long experience has taught me to resolve conflict byraising the issues before I or others burn their boats.

Beware of the chap who reminds you that you can't take it with you . he'll try to take it with him.