Words can be deceiving. Some words are flat out energy drainers, and I will be pointing some out. Two words I am learning to be very careful of are: "always" and "never".
These words can and in fact will diminish trust and credibility because they imply absolutes, which are rarely true in real-life situations. When you are trying to get ahead and make your dreams come true, the very words you use can make or break you even if you are not noticing these words. The changes can be very subtle but have a lasting impact on your progress.
When you are on a journey to achieve your dreams, you don’t need anything to slow you down or make your journey even longer than it may already be. The words you use or are used when someone is communicating with you will have a significant impact on your progress. So today I will be diving into a list of 15 other words and expressions that will do just that, and I will also explain why this is the case.
Quote of the week: “There is power in words. What you say is what you get.” Zig Ziglar
Points covered:
Ok so the first word I want to explore is:
1. "Guarantee"
· Why it diminishes credibility: Unless you're offering a legally backed, unconditional guarantee, using this word can make you seem disingenuous.
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