Be known for pleasing others, especially if you govern them. Ruling other has one advantage: you can do more good than anyone else.

When you find Fortune favorable, stride boldly forward, for she favors the bold, and being a woman, the young.

Never risk your reputation on a single shot, for if you miss the loss is irreparable.

Many get the repute of being witty but thereby lose the credit of being sensible. Jest has its little hour, seriousness should have all the rest.

Know how to ask. There is nothing more difficult for some people, nor for others, easier.

Let the first impulse pass, wait for the second.

Words are feminine; deeds are masculine.