Persuade People Quote by Bill McGowan
““To Drive Home a Point People think that the more they elaborate and explain, the more convincing they will be. They confuse quantity with persuasiveness. So they often say the same thing over and over again, talk in circles, and even tell random stories that don’t support their message. This, however, doesn’t persuade people. Instead, it bores them.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Communication Workshop, 2015
People often mistake verbosity for persuasiveness, repeating ideas and adding irrelevant anecdotes, which bores rather than convinces listeners.
In simple terms: More words don’t equal more influence.
Key Takeaway
Focus on clarity and relevance.
Themes
communication
persuasion
clarity
efficiency
Mood
frustrated
informed
Type
advisory
didactic
When to use this quote
- sales pitches
- team meetings
- public speaking
- marketing copy
Key Concepts
cognitive overload
message fatigue
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you trim your message without losing meaning?
- What stories truly support your point?
A Different Perspective
Quantity can dilute impact if not paired with substance.
