The man in charge must concern himself with details. If he does not consider them important, neither will his subordinates.

To doubt one's own first principles is the mark of a civilized man. Don't defend past actions; what is right today may be wrong tomorrow. Don't be consistent; consistency is the refuge of fools.

In Greek mythology, Antaeus was a giant who was strong as long as he had contact with the earth. When he was lifted from the earth he lost strength. So it is with engineers. They must not become isolated from the real world...

Half-truths are like half a brick - they can be thrown farther.

What it takes to do a job will not be learned from management courses. It is principally a matter of experience, the proper attitude, and common sense — none of which can be taught in a classroom... Human experience shows that people, not organizations or management systems, get things done.

If you are going to sin, sin against God, not the bureaucracy. God will forgive you but the bureaucracy won't.

Good ideas and innovations must be driven into existence by courage and patience.