“Unlock the Secrets: 10 Powerful Phrases Expert Communicators Use That Transform Conversations”
9) “You might be right…”
Most people think that being a strong communicator means standing your ground and defending your opinions. But high-level communicators know that sometimes, the most powerful thing you can say is “You might be right.”
It sounds counterintuitive—why would you admit that the other person could be correct, especially if you don’t fully agree? Because it lowers defensiveness and opens the door for a real conversation instead of a battle of egos.
When people feel heard instead of challenged, they’re more likely to listen to your perspective in return. When you acknowledge that someone else’s viewpoint has merit, you create space for mutual understanding instead of a dead-end argument.
