“Unlock the Secrets: 10 Powerful Phrases Expert Communicators Use That Transform Conversations”
This approach isn’t just polite—it’s powerful. When people feel heard, they’re more likely to open up, collaborate, and respect your perspective in return. And that makes for stronger, more productive conversations.
2) “Help me understand…”
One of the biggest mistakes in communication is assuming you already know what the other person means. I learned this the hard way early in my career.
I was working on a project with a colleague, and we kept talking past each other. I thought I understood their concerns, but we kept running into misunderstandings. Frustration was building on both sides. Then, instead of arguing my point, I simply said, “Help me understand what you mean by that.”
