The sun, though it passes through dirty places, yet remains as pure as before.

All the power that we exercise over others depends on thepower we exercise over ourselves.

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

There ward for always listening when you'd rather be talking is wisdom.

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.

Power doesn't corrupt people, people corrupt power.

Civilization is a movement and not a condition, a voyage and not a harbour.

The most successful man in the life is the man who has the best information.

He who gainsa victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himselfis all powerful.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

A merefriend will agree with you, but a real friend will argue.

COURAGE IS THE FLEEING FORWARD.