Books Quote by Robert Collier
“Decide the effect you want to produce in your reader.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Secret of the Ages, Robert Collier, 1925
Effective writing requires planning the emotional response you want your reader to experience.
In simple terms: Plan the desired impact on readers before writing.
Key Takeaway
Design your message with the reader’s feelings in mind.
Themes
writing
communication
empathy
Mood
strategic
analytical
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- marketing copy
- novel drafting
- public speaking
Key Concepts
psychology
persuasion
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- What feeling do you want your audience to leave with?
- How can you test if your intended effect works?
A Different Perspective
May be hard to predict diverse reactions.
