"He is the best sailor who can steer within fewest points of the wind, and exact a motive power out of the greatest obstacles"

"A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves"

"Power is given only to those who dare to lower themselves and pick it up. Only one thing matters, one thing; to be able to dare!"

"Prestige is the shadow of money and power"

"Youth is the best time to be rich, and the best time to be poor"

"Don't let your will roar when your power only whispers"

"Do what you do best, and you will succeed"

"Power wears out those who don't have it"

"Don't lower your expectations to meet your performance. Raise your level of performance to meet your expectations. Expect the best of yourself, and then do what is necessary to make it a reality"

"The best mirror is an old friend"

"The best preparation for good work tomorrow is to do good work today"