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Phrases that show authority

Name: Phrases that show authority
Uploaded: 2024-10-06T14:00:51+00:00
Duration: 51 s
Channel: Shanli Liu, CPA, CTP
Description: In this instructional video, the speaker outlines three practical language strategies to convey authority in conversations. First, she advises inserting…

6 Oct 2024 · 1 min

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In this instructional video, the speaker outlines three practical language strategies to convey authority in conversations. First, she advises inserting the word "direction" into statements (e.g., "set the direction of this conversation") to position oneself as the guiding force. Second, she recommends highlighting personal experience by prefacing remarks with phrases such as "In the past..." or "In these types of situations, I prefer...," which boosts credibility. Third, she suggests using expectation‑setting language that clarifies focus and priorities, like "I'd like to focus on the issue at hand." The video presents each technique with examples and encourages viewers to adopt the phrasing to appear more authoritative.

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Here are some phrases that show authority. Number 1: Put the word "direction" into your sentences. For example, if you were to say, "I'd like to set the direction of this conversation," or "I don't like the direction of where this is going," when you say the word "direction," you inherently make yourself the captain of the ship, that you're the one pointing out where it needs to go. Number 2: Highlight experience. That means you're going to begin your sentences with phrases like, "In the past, I typically like to," or "In these type of situations, I prefer to..." They highlight your experience and boost your credibility. And number 3, use words that set expectations. These are phrases that are productive to the conversation that can highlight where your focus is, where you want to concentrate, and where your priorities are. For example, it's as easy as saying, "I'd like to focus on the issue at hand." And that's how to show more authority. So try that and follow me.