The ability to speak is a short cut to distinction. It puts a man in the limelight, raises him head and shoulders above the crowd.

The man who can speak acceptably is usually given credit for an ability out of all proportion to what he really possesses.

We literally wanted it to stand head and shoulders above the other brands on the shelf.

The abilities of man must fall short on one side or the other, like too scanty a blanket when you are abed. If you pull it upon your shoulders, your feet are left bare; if you thrust it down to your feet, your shoulders are uncovered.

One man with a head on his shoulders is worth a dozen without.

The difference between one man and another is not mere ability - it is energy