Faith Quote by Saad Ireland
““If you're honest 99% of the time, they'll believe your bullshit when you need that 1%.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Trust and Persuasion, 2021
Being mostly honest builds credibility, allowing occasional falsehoods to be believed.
In simple terms: Honesty builds trust, enabling occasional lies.
Key Takeaway
Maintain high honesty for credibility.
Themes
trust
ethics
communication
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Business negotiations
- personal relationships
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Credibility theory
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a lie justified?
- How does trust recover after deceit?
A Different Perspective
Dishonesty erodes trust long term.
