Change Quote by Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic
““Here are some action words to help act as thought starters as you determine what you are asking of your audience: accept | agree | begin | believe | change | collaborate | commence | create | defend | desire | differentiate | do | empathize | empower | encourage | engage | establish | examine | facilitate | familiarize | form | implement | include | influence | invest | invigorate | know | learn | like | persuade | plan | promote | pursue | recommend | receive | remember | report | respond | secure | support | simplify | start | try | understand | validate””
About This Quote
Source Presentation: Data Visualization Workshop, 2015
A list of action verbs to inspire audience engagement and clarify requests.
In simple terms: Use strong verbs to guide audience actions.
Key Takeaway
Choose verbs that match your goal.
Themes
communication
clarity
action
Mood
practical
informative
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- presentations
- team meetings
- marketing copy
- training sessions
Key Concepts
verbal framing
audience engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- Which verbs resonate most with your audience?
- How can you tailor verbs to specific goals?
A Different Perspective
Overuse may sound mechanical; context matters.
