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More miscellaneous thoughts

Rome did not create a great empire by having meetings. They did it by killing those who opposed them.

If you stay calm while all around you is in chaos, then you probably haven't understood the seriousness of the situation.

Doing a job right the first time gets the job done. Doing the job wrong fourteen times gives you job security.

A person who smiles in the face of adversity probably has a scapegoat.

Teamwork means never having to take all the blame yourself.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a broken fan belt and a leaky tyre.

Don't be irreplaceable; if you can't be replaced, you can't be promoted.

No one is listening until you make a mistake.

Always remember you're unique, just like everyone else.

Never test the depth of the water with both feet.

It may be that your sole purpose in life is simply to serve as a warning to others.

It is far more impressive when others discover your good qualities without your help.

Don't squat with your spurs on.

If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything.

Some days you are the bug; some days you are the windshield.

The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket.

A closed mouth gathers no foot.

There are two theories to arguing with women. Neither one works.

Generally speaking, you aren't learning much when your mouth is moving.

Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it.

Never miss a good chance to shut up.

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