Before Breakfast Specific times get remembered
Aug 19, 2025
The discussion highlights the impact of specific times on our perception of credibility. Precise numbers not only enhance communication but also build trust. Learn how using exact timings can improve time management strategies in everyday life. The speaker emphasizes that being specific fosters reliability, influencing how we’re perceived in both personal and professional contexts.
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Precision Makes Claims More Credible
- Specific, non-round numbers feel more believable because they imply measurement and evidence.
- They also stick in people's memory better than round figures.
Round Numbers Signal Guesswork
- Round numbers often signal guessing rather than measurement, making claims suspicious.
- Hearing repeated round figures (e.g., 20% or 30%) should trigger scrutiny about how they were measured.
Leaving At 1:23 Beats 'Around 1:15'
- A reader told Laura she tells family to leave at oddly specific times like 1:23 to improve punctuality.
- That specificity makes people assume the time is exact and aim to be ready then.