Be “hearty in your approbation and lavish in your praise.” Specific, enthusiastic recognition fuels progress.
You can’t win anyone to your side with hostility. A kind, soft approach opens minds. A harsh one closes them.
Instead of “Do this,” say, “Would it make sense to try this?” People prefer being asked to being commanded. How To Win Friends And Influence People Dale Carnegie
Bare facts are dry. Show, don’t just tell. Use stories, visuals, or demonstrations to make your point memorable.
Tell them they have the ability and the flaw is small. Confidence breeds improvement. Be “hearty in your approbation and lavish in your praise
A direct challenge triggers a fight response. Say, “I see it differently. Let me explain,” or “I may be wrong. Let’s examine the facts.”
To influence someone, talk in terms of their needs, not yours. Show them how your idea benefits them . The only way to get someone to do something is to make them want to do it. Part 2: Six Ways to Make People Like You 1. Become genuinely interested in other people. You’ll make more friends in two months by being interested in others than in two years by trying to get others interested in you. Ask questions, listen, and learn about their lives. A harsh one closes them
People usually believe they act for good reasons. Frame your request in terms of higher values: fairness, duty, family, or excellence.