How Can Word Choice Increase Your Confidence?

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David Frum: Donald Trump has done an amazing job of selling his ideas. He says we can make confidence through word choice, and especially in work settings. We hedge because we mean to communicate uncertainty but don't want to seem like we're not sure or that something is wrong with the way we say it. Frum: The more we hedge, the less likely audiences are to listen to what we've suggested.

Almost everything we do – personally and professionally – is affected by the words we use. They help us build relationships, persuade others, and communicate feelings. But what if I told you that 6 types of words were better at doing those things than all the others? These findings are at the heart of Jonah Berger’s latest book, Magic Words: What to Say to Get Your Way. Jonah is a bestselling author who’s studied millions of words used in all kinds of settings. And he’s found that certain words hold the key to getting your way. Whether you want to be more effective in achieving your goals or just become more aware of how you’re coming across, this book is for you. Episode Links 3 Rhetorical Techniques to Increase Your Impact How Language Shapes Word of Mouth’s Impact Don’t Just Vote Be a Voter This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone The Team Learn more about host, Gayle Allen, and producer, Rob Mancabelli, here. Support the Podcast If you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes or wherever you subscribe, and tell a friend or family member about the show. Subscribe Click here and then scroll down to see a sample of sites where you can subscribe.