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“People love to talk--especially when the talking involves answering the questions of others--because it makes them feel wanted. [...] I had long ago discovered that the best way to obtain answers about anything was to walk up to the closest person and ask.” quote by Alan Bradley
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““People love to talk--especially when the talking involves answering the questions of others--because it makes them feel wanted. [...] I had long ago discovered that the best way to obtain answers about anything was to walk up to the closest person and ask.””

Alan Bradley

About This Quote

People enjoy talking because it satisfies a need to feel valued; asking directly yields answers.

In simple terms: Talking satisfies need to feel valued; direct questions get answers.

Key Takeaway

Ask people directly for info.

Themes

communication validation curiosity

Mood

engaging inquisitive

Type

conversational motivational

When to use this quote

  • networking events
  • interviews
  • customer service
  • team meetings

Key Concepts

social dynamics information gathering

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a question feel inviting?
  • How can you balance listening and asking?
A Different Perspective

Some may feel interrogated.

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