Plan for what is difficult while it is easy, do what is great while it is small. The difficult things in this world must be done while they are easy, the greatest things in the world must be done while they are still small. For this reason sages never do what is great, and this is why they achieve greatness.

Winning Strategists are certain of triumph before seeking a challenge. Losing Strategists are certain to challenge before seeking a triumph.

Victory is reserved for those who are willing to pay its price.

Move not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical.

The height of strategy, is to attack your opponent's strategy.

Humble words and increased preparations are signs that the enemy is about to advance. Violent language and driving forward as if to the attack are signs that he will retreat.

Victory comes from finding opportunities in problems.