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...

When the men in Russia foul up, they are dismisses, sometimes losing their necks. But we protect those who fail and press them to the government bosom.

How the hell are you supposed to know what God wants you to do with your life, eh?

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

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

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.

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