Hey Reader, Want to sound more persuasive? Try this: #1. Make them first. Let the person you want to persuade be the first to hear something, be told something, or share something with. It can be as easy as “I just had a thought that I wanted to run by you first.” People love to be first. It makes them more attentive and more likely to do what you ask. #2. Anchor with positivity. Begin your sentence with “Because I know…” and tag a positive quality about them. For example: “Because I know I...

Hey Reader, As a trial attorney, I have to disarm manipulative people often. And in this week's podcast episode, I'm sharing the exact strategy I use in the courtroom to stop manipulation every single time. In this episode, you'll learn: Why narcissists need momentum (and how to stop it) The short, neutral phrases that take away their power One sentence that shuts down manipulation without escalating Whether you're dealing with a difficult coworker, navigating a tricky family dynamic, or...

Hey Reader, When conversations feel tense, your gut instinct is to push harder. To do more rather than do less. But the more you push, the harder they fight, and that’s not what you want. Instead of pushing, I want you to ask defusing questions. Here’s what they sound like. Begin with: #1. “Is it unreasonable…?” For example, instead of telling someone to lower their voice (which they likely will not do), ask: “Is it unreasonable to ask us to speak at a lower volume?" It’s a question that...