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“It's really important how you say things because people won't necessarily remember what words you used, but they'll remember how you made them feel.” quote by Brian McDermott
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“It's really important how you say things because people won't necessarily remember what words you used, but they'll remember how you made them feel.”

Brian McDermott

About This Quote

Source Speech: Leadership Summit, 2021

The emotional impact of communication outweighs exact wording; feelings linger longer than facts.

In simple terms: Feelings outlast words.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize emotional resonance.

Themes

communication emotion memory

Mood

thoughtful inspirational professional

Type

leadership educational

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • customer service
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

tone empathy storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance clarity with feeling?
  • What techniques ensure messages are both accurate and moving?
A Different Perspective

Emphasizing emotion may obscure necessary details.

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