* Machiavelli: the end justifies the means
* Solomon: success requires integrity and values

“The harder you work, the harder it is to surrender.” – Vince Lombardi
“Dishonest money dwindles away, but he who gathers money little by little makes it grow.” – Solomon
“Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue.” – Solomon
“A ruler should encourage gambling among his enemies, and put it down by military force at home.” – Machiavelli
“If you falter in times of trouble, how small is your strength.” – Solomon
“He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honer.” – Solomon
“Better a poor man whose walk is blameless than a fool whose lips are perverse.” – Solomon
“People and principles before profit.” – Truett Cathy, founder of Chick-fil-A

* Five steps to master business sit-downs rather than business meeting:
-- Always come to a sit-down with “both barrels loaded”
-- Remind yourself to lead with your brain rather than with your mouth at all times
-- Leave your ego at the door when you go to a sit-down
-- Never ever act like you are the weakest link in the deal
-- Keep your cool and be respectful at all times