We've learned a lot from brassy boss lady Kelly Cutrone over the years. And last night was no exception. Once again, the PR maven/unsolicited advice-giver stole the show when she advised Whitney Port to let her new man mark his territory -- all over Jay Lyon's toilet seat. And since we know we're not the only ones who enjoy Kelly's words of wisdom (or 'Cutronisms', as we like to call them), we thought we'd give you a rundown of our fave three KC-inspired life lessons. Starting with:

1. It is better to be feared than loved. Okay, fine, so Macchiavelli said it first. But nobody implements his respect-through-intimidation tactics better than Hurricane Kelly. The way Cutrone sees it, coddling is for the weak. So instead of sweet-talking her staff, KC motivates through scary pep talks and semi-regular firings. Remember: a fearful staff is a productive staff! (Well, usually.)

2. There's no shame in harassing the hired help. Seen any attractive underlings lately? Well, just cause you're signing their checks doesn't mean they're off-limits to your single/fabulous protegee! 'Member when Kelly set Whitney up with the adorable (though unfortunately super-tanned) Alex after ogling him at a model casting? Hey, it pays to be the boss.

3. Always be yourself. We all remember watching Kelly interrogate Allie the aspiring model about her weight. And even though Whitney asked politely, Kelly refused to back down. While not all of you approved of KC's bluntness, the People's Rev founder refused to do a takesies-backsies. Why? Because, after all, she's a bitch. And, like Kristin Cavallari, she totally owns it.

+ Got any Kelly Cutronicdotes we missed? Share 'em in the comments! Plus, listen to her sound off on Roxy Olin's very first day, and check the vid below to hear Kelly's own treasured memory: the time she screamed at someone because she "ended up flying in a middle seat in coach next to a really obese person." (We love you, Kel Kel!)

Kelly Cutrone has frightened away many a young fashionista in her day (Stephanie Pratt, that Jessica chick and model-thin Allie), but Whitney Port's always been something of a golden child. Apparently, something about Whit's sweet, wide-eyed enthusiasm brought out the People's Rev puppet master's sentimental streak. Kelly lavished her protegee with special attention, hooking her up with DVF, setting her up with boring male models and acting more like her surrogate mom than her wicked stepmother.

But judging by what we've seen in the new City promos, Whit's luck may be about to change. When she caught up with MTV News crews on the VH1 Divas carpet, Whitney admitted her relationship with Kelly has evolved into a "love-hate" situation. Hear what else the City star had to say about working for Kelly (pssst, she thinks LC had it worse!) and tune in next Tuesday, Sept. 29, for the series' return.

+ Wanna see more of Whitney and Lauren on the VH1 Divas red carpet? Check out these hot shots, plus take a look back at Whit's daring 2009 VMA ensemble!

We're already obsessed with Olivia Palermo, psyched about Whitney's new winter wardrobe and psychotically invested in Erin/Duncan's love-at-first-sight romance. But now that we're three episodes deep into The City, we gotta know: How does it compare to The Hills?

Sure, both shows deliver the drama (Jay/Alex love triangles! Justin Bobby rumors!), the romance (Shared kisses on NYC streets! Mexican elopements!) and the hot new fashions (First-day-of-work kimonos! Side ponies!). But has Whitney made the jump from LC's sidekick to full-fledged City starlet?

Take our poll and let us know whether you'd rather spend your Monday nights hitting Crown Bar with Lauren and the Hillzies -- or traipsing around the Meatpacking District with Whit and her new downtown posse.

So much for Whitney's new, drama-free life in NYC! Only two episodes into her new show, The City, and she's already got a new BFF (We heart you, Erin!), a DVF frenemy (that would be Olivia, obvs) and TWO guys ready to throw down over her. But which dude's telling the truth?

At this point, it's anyone's game. Sure, we wanna believe Whitney's new man, Jay, when he says he's not stepping out with this Danielle chick-- but c'mon, the guy already told Adam he's not ready to stop seeing other people. Which means hooking up with an ex isn't exactly out of the realm of possibility.

Meanwhile, Alex could be trying to play the good guy here (i.e. looking out for Whitney's best interest), but there's also a 50/50 chance he's just out for revenge. After all, the last time he saw our girl Whit, she was ditching him at a bar (for Jay!) -- then laughing about it on the Hills: Live After Show!

So who should Whitney trust? Take our poll and let us know which guy you think is telling it like it is.