Audience Quote by Ilka Chase
“Prolonged statistics are a lethal dose, which if it does not kill will certainly dispel your audience.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, possibly interview, 20th century
Overloading audiences with excessive data can alienate them; clarity beats quantity.
In simple terms: Too much data kills interest.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize clarity over data volume.
Themes
communication
statistics
audience
clarity
overload
Mood
frustrated
critical
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- presentations
- academic lectures
- marketing pitches
- policy briefs
Key Concepts
information theory
attention span
message design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you simplify complex data?
- When is detail necessary?
A Different Perspective
If the audience lacks background, data may still be ineffective.
