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The fable of the Sun and the Wind

Chris Labs

They quarreled about which one was the stronger, and the wind said, “I’ll prove I am. See the old man down there with a coat? I bet I can get this coat off him quicker than you can.” So the sun went behind a cloud, and the wind blew until it was almost a tornado, but the harder it blew, the tigher the old man clutched his coat to him. Finally, the wind calmed down and gave up, and then the sun came out from behind the clouds and smiled kindly on the old man. Presently, he mopped his brow … Continue reading The fable of the Sun and the Wind

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Usher (include) in your most powerful arguments with such friendly remarks as:

Chris Labs

“It will be for the jury to consider,” “This may, perhaps, be worth thinking of,” “Here are some facts that I trust you will not lose sight of.” “You, with knowledge of human nature, will easily see the significance of these facts.” No bulldozing. No high-pressure methods. No attempt to force his opinion on others. -Principle 4, How to Win Friends and Influence People, p.174 Continue reading Usher (include) in your most powerful arguments with such friendly remarks as: