Breakthrough Quote by Christopher Voss
“The moment you've convinced someone that you truly understand her dreams and feelings, mental and behavioral change becomes possible, and the foundation for a breakthrough has been laid.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Negotiation Tactics, Business Insider, 2020
Understanding someone's deep aspirations enables effective influence and breakthrough change.
In simple terms: Know a person's dreams to influence them.
Build empathy to facilitate change.
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When to use this quote
- sales pitches
- therapy sessions
- team leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify genuine understanding?
- When can empathy backfire?
Empathy alone may not guarantee change without trust.