Conversations

The art and science of having effective, joyful conversations

A phrase I heard recently and found useful: I agree with the idea, but I disagree with the tone. Many ideas get dismissed because they are delivered in a cocky or hostile or dismissive tone—or because of who delivers them. Separate substance from style.

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Alara

alex

The Persuasion Paradox Have you noticed that the most argumentative people rarely persuade anyone? The most persuasive people don’t argue—they observe, listen, and ask questions. Argue less, persuade more. Persuasion is an art that... See more

Sahil Bloom twitter.com

sari

Instead of asking: "Do you have any questions?", ask "What questions do you have?" The first almost always results in silence, while the second helps people feel comfortable asking questions.

alex and

“Less prep, more presence”

linda

Making Normal Conversations Better - by Sasha Chapin Making Normal Conversations Better

Sasha Chapin sashachapin.substack.com

Stuart Evans and

19 Things You Can Say to People in 10 Seconds That Sometimes Produce Insanely Outsized Effects

1. Yeah, someone *should* do that. Why not you?

2. Is there something you could do about that problem in the next five minutes?

3. That's a great thought - have you written it up somewhere? I'd be excited to share it if so.

4. Should you write a blog or

sari

Making the other side better - Marginal REVOLUTION

Tyler Cowen marginalrevolution.com

sari