Leadership must first and foremost meet the needs of others.

Purpose and laughter are the twins that must not separate. Each is empty without the other.

Don't assume, because you are intelligent, able, and well-motivated, that you are open to communication, that you know how to listen.

One must not be afraid of a little silence. Some find silence awkward or oppressive. But a relaxed approach to dialogue will include the welcoming of some silence. It is often a devastating question to ask oneself, but it is sometimes important to ask it - 'In saying what I have in mind will I really improve on the silence?

Not much happens without a dream. And for something great to happen, there must be a great dream. Behind every great achievement is a dreamer of great dreams. Much more than a dreamer is required to bring it to reality; but the dream must be there first.

Love without laughter can be grim and oppressive. Laughter without love can be derisive and venomous. Together they make for greatness of spirit.

Where there is not community, trust, respect, ethical behavior are difficult for the young to learn and for the old to maintain.