Flattery is the infantry of negotiation. Lord Chandos (Oliver Lyttelton)
In business a reputation for keeping absolutely to the letter and spirit of an agreement, even when it is unfavourable, is the most precious of assets, although it is not entered in the balance sheet. Lord Chandos
Power in a corporation becomes residual and dwells in the background. It is the ability to exercise nice matters of judgement. Lord Chandos