The particular skill that allows you to talk your way out…
“The particular skill that allows you to talk your way out of a murder rap, or convince your professor to move you from the morning to the afternoon section, is what the psychologist Robert Sternberg calls "practical intelligence." To Sternberg, practical intelligence includes things like "knowing what to say to whom, knowing when to say it, and knowing how to say it for for maximum effect.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Practical intelligence is the ability to adapt communication to context for maximum impact.
In simple terms: Skillful communication.
Key Takeaway
Develop situational communication skills.
Themes
communication
practical intelligence
adaptability
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- negotiations
- academic advising
- customer service
- conflict resolution
- public speaking
Key Concepts
social psychology
interpersonal skills
contextual awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you used timing to influence outcomes?
- How can you improve your message delivery?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper analytical abilities.