Gossip is the art of saying nothing, in a manner that leaves nothing unsaid

When aman says that he approves something in principle, it means he hasn't theslightest intention of putting it in practice.

Takecare, don't fight, and remember: if you do not choose to lead, you willforever be led by others. Find what scares you, and do it. And you can make adifference, if you choose to do so.

Cheat me in the price but not in the goods i purchase.

The exercise of power is determined by thousands ofinteractions between the world of the powerful and that of the powerless, allthe more so because these worlds are never divided by a sharp line: everyonehas a small part of himself in both.

Unless aman has trained himself for his chance, the chance will only make him lookridiculous.

Allthings are ready, if our minds be so.

Power is no blessing in itself, except when it is used toprotect the innocent.

Acreaking door hangs long on its hinges.

It isdifficult to negotiate where neither will trust.

No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.

Listeningwell is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well.