There is no fate that cannot be surmounted by scorn.

Talkingmuch about oneself may be a way of hiding oneself.

It is easier to be brave from a safe distance.

Luck iswhat happens when preparation meets opportunity.

Fourthings come not back: the spoken word, the spent arrow, the past life, and theneglected opportunity.

Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire isthat which he exercises over himself.

A bad workman never gets a good tool.

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

A miserand a liar bargain quickly.

Nature gave women too much power; the law gives them too little.

It ishard to change our point of view in a conflict. Most often, it is because weare not nearly as interested in resolving the conflict and possibly creatinga new ‘pearl’ as we are in being right.

Goodcommunication is as stimulating as black coffee, and just as hard to sleepafter.