Admission Quote by Quintilian
“The pretended admission of a fault on our part creates an excellent impression.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Institutio Oratoria, Book 2, 1st century AD
Admitting a mistake strategically can improve others’ perception of you.
In simple terms: Strategic fault admission builds goodwill.
Key Takeaway
Own errors to gain trust.
Themes
ethics
reputation
strategy
Mood
reflective
strategic
Type
rhetorical
practical
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
rhetoric
self-presentation
Questions to Reflect On
- When is admission beneficial?
- How to frame faults positively?
A Different Perspective
Risk of appearing incompetent.
