Keeping quiet Quote by Martin Schulz
“Keeping quiet and letting the others do the talking. That may be Angela Merkel's method, but it's not mine.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Statement by Martin Schulz, 2017
Advocates speaking up rather than staying silent, contrasting personal style with another leader's approach.
In simple terms: Speak up, don’t stay silent.
Key Takeaway
Be vocal about your views.
Themes
communication
leadership
authenticity
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
political
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- public debates
- negotiations
- media interviews
Key Concepts
assertiveness
political strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you often stay quiet in groups?
- How could speaking up change outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Silence can be misinterpreted as agreement.
