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80. Magic Words: Change What You Say to Inspire and Influence Others
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
Asking for advice makes you look better, not worse
Asking for advice makes us look better because it takes advantage of people's egocentrism. When someone asks for our opinion, we feel flattered and think they must be smart. Research shows that certain types of questions called follow-up questions have a particularly impactful effect on how others perceive us.
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