7 phrases that are quietly damaging your credibility: (and what to say instead) What you say in key moments matters more than you think. These everyday phrases are holding you back. 1. I'll try: ? Sounds like you're already half-expecting to fail. ? Say: "I'll complete it by Friday and will keep you updated on my progress." 2. No offence, but…: ? Nothing good ever follows this phrase. ? Say: "Here's my perspective." or "I see it differently." 3. This might be a stupid question, but…: ? Undermines your question before you even ask it. ? Say: "I'd like to clarify something." 4. That's not my problem: ? Makes you sound dismissive and unhelpful. ? Say: "Let me help you find the right person." 5. We've always done it this way: ? Makes you appear resistant to change. ? Say: "Let's consider other options." 6. I guess…: ? Shows lack of confidence. ? Say: "Here's what I think." or "This is what I know so far." 7. Does that make sense? ? Sounds like you're doubting yourself or the other person's intelligence. ? Say: "What questions do you have?" Your words shape how others perceive you. Own your words, own your impact. ?? Repost to help someone. ?? Follow Dora Vanourek for more.
Dora I used to say "I'll try." Now I say, "I'll complete it by Friday." Clear communication made a big difference. I also stopped saying, "That's not my problem." Instead, I say, "Let me help you find the right person."
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Your words reflect your character, and your impact reveals your true self. Every statement you make carries weight, shaping perceptions, influencing relationships, and creating ripple effects far beyond the moment. Owning your words means taking responsibility for their power, understanding that communication is not just about what you say, but how you say it and the lasting impression it leaves.
Dora Vanourek, these suggestions are spot on. They point out insecure postures, and help direct you to strengthen CORE Capacities and communicate out of them.
Words matter more than we think, especially when you're aiming for impact. Swap out those weak phrases and watch your credibility grow.
These phrases can hurt our professional image.? I’d add that tone and body language also matter in how we’re perceived.?
It's better to use empowering statements instead of these phrases that are capable of destroying a team. I love this Dora ?
Words have a powerful impact on how we're perceived. I especially love the shift from 'I guess...' to 'Here's what I think.' It’s a small change, but it makes a huge difference in showing confidence and authority.
This is really helpful Dora Vanourek . Choice of words is everything ??
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3 个月Love this. A significant portion of our speech is habitual language choices. If we actively think about the words we use, we will alter our habitual words and speak more positively about ourselves to others.