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Say It “Simple”

Communicate with simplicity

Most messages don’t need anything extra.

All of the word tricks we use, from very strongly worded adverbs that gently pad our sentences, to long expressions to demonstrate our proficiency in the written language as well as put our lexicon on display, don’t add to comprehension. 

They just detract from your point (or in this case, make it 🙂 ).

Complications are a way to hedge. It’s a way for us to avoid the point.

“If I just add enough words, I can make some wiggle room.” 

Simple language lets a point stand on its own, where it goes from there is up to you.

It takes courage to make a point, fortitude to stand on it, and wisdom to know when to change. 

 

 

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Creative from New York NY

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