A man of great common sense and good taste-meaning there a man without originality or moral courage.

The deeper the waters are, the more still they run.

Wordsare, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.

The difficultpart in an argument is not to defend one's opinion, but rather to know it.

Silenceis the mother of truth.

Ourlives are not dependent on whether or not we have conflict. It is what we dowith conflict that makes the difference.

Failureto prepare is preparing to fail.

A nation reveals itself not only by the men it honours, the men it remembers.

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

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

Our distrust is very expensive.

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