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Communication Quote by Susan C. Young

“We’ve all known the proverbial conversation hog who dominates a discussion and pays little notice to another person’s input. They’re so busy talking about themselves, we can barely slide a word in edgewise. Don’t be that guy!” quote by Susan C. Young
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““We’ve all known the proverbial conversation hog who dominates a discussion and pays little notice to another person’s input. They’re so busy talking about themselves, we can barely slide a word in edgewise. Don’t be that guy!””

Susan C. Young

About This Quote

Source Speech: Leadership Training Workshop, 2021

Dominating conversations blocks others’ contributions and hampers collaboration.

In simple terms: Don’t hog the conversation.

Key Takeaway

Listen more, speak less.

Themes

communication collaboration humility

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

advice leadership

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • networking events
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

active listening social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you create space for others?
  • What signals show you’re listening?
A Different Perspective

May miss valuable ideas if you dominate.

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