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“When you're ready to stop, stop. If you have presented all the facts and made the point you want to make, look for the nearest exit.” quote by William Zinsser
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“When you're ready to stop, stop. If you have presented all the facts and made the point you want to make, look for the nearest exit.”

William Zinsser

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Know when to end a discussion after presenting all evidence and arguments.

In simple terms: Stop after making your point.

Key Takeaway

Conclude decisively.

Themes

communication clarity boundaries

Mood

pragmatic direct

Type

advice instructional

When to use this quote

  • meetings
  • debates
  • presentations
  • negotiations

Key Concepts

argumentation decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you overextended a conversation?
  • How do you decide the right moment to exit?
A Different Perspective

May leave unresolved issues if stopped too early.

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