Tell Quote by Jeanette Cates
““Tell them what you are going to tell them, tell them, then tell them what you told them.” - Aristotle””
About This Quote
Source Book: Rhetoric by Aristotle, 4th century BC
Effective communication repeats the core message in varied forms to ensure comprehension.
In simple terms: Repeat key points for clarity.
Key Takeaway
Use repetition to reinforce ideas.
Themes
communication
clarity
persuasion
learning
memory
Mood
educational
persuasive
practical
Type
Tell:1
Tell Told:0
Going Tell:0
Tell Going:0
Told Aristotle:0
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- marketing
- writing
Key Concepts
rhetoric
cognitive psychology
educational technique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you vary repetitions?
- What is the optimal number of repeats?
A Different Perspective
Over‑repetition may cause disengagement.
