If you want to be heard, lower your voice. It's an easy trick we should use more often...
If you have something really important to say, lower the volume, AND the tone. Studies show that pitch and volume can actually have a bigger impact on people than the words themselves. Our brains are wired to perceive lower pitches as calming and inviting, and high pitches as irritating, literally putting our ears on the defensive. When we're talking to someone we really like, we subconsciously lower our voices which makes them feel more appreciated and connected to you.
Few things are more powerful than a whisper. We naturally concentrate and give that subtle statement a lot of attention, so save that for when you really want those words to stick.
Source: Susan Berkly, author of "Speak To Influence"
No comments:
Post a Comment
Post your Wisdom