I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us,that the less we use our power the greater it will be.

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges

No matter how good the idea of the other fellow may be, there is always a better one !

Thereis no such thing as absolute value in this world. You can only estimate whata thing is worth to 'you.'

Every man is wanted; and no man is wanted much.

Not work, but the thought that he must work is what makes the lazy man tired.

Ifpassion drives you, let reason hold the reins.

A wise man has great power, and a man of knowledgeincreases strength.

Childhood shows the man, as morning shows the day

Every generation revolts against its fathers and makes friends with its grandfathers.

The average man’s life consists of: Twenty years of having his mother ask him where he is going, Forty years of having his wife ask the same question; and at the end, the mourners wondering too.

I liketo listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.