The good will of the governed will be starved if not fed by the good deeds of the governors.

The worst wheel of the cart makes the most noise.

Those renowned generals [Alexander and Caesar] received more faithful service, and performed greater actions by means of the love their soldiers bore them, than they could possibly have done, if instead of being beloved and respected they had been hated and feared by those they commanded.

He that has done you a kindness will be more ready to do you another, than he whom you yourself have obliged.

He that cannot obey, cannot command.

It takes many good deeds to build a good reputation, and only one bad one to lose it.

Beware of little expenses. A small leak will sink a great ship.

Time is money.

If you want a thing done - go. If not - send.