“Unlock the Secrets: 10 Powerful Phrases Expert Communicators Use That Transform Conversations”
Psychologist Edgar Schein, known for his work on organizational culture, said,“We do not think and talk about what we see; we see what we are able to think and talk about.” In other words, the more we ask, the more we truly understand.
So next time someone shares something interesting—pause. Instead of rushing to respond, simply say, “Tell me more about that.” You’ll be surprised at what you learn.
7) “I see where you’re coming from…”
I used to think that if I disagreed with someone, I had to push back immediately and prove my point. But that approach almost always led to tension instead of understanding. Then I started using a different phrase: “I see where you’re coming from.”
