Cultivate relationships based on trust, discretion, and mutual respect.

Use power quietly and effectively; avoid unnecessary publicity and let outcomes speak for themselves.

Invest in quality and permanence; the best institutions are built to last.

Support strong leadership and clear authority when complex organizations need direction.

Treat business as a matter of character as much as money; integrity is inseparable from success.

Be willing to take responsibility in crises and use influence to restore confidence.