How Choosing Your Words Can Make an Impact

Words are such delicate things that also happen to be heavy.

They can make or shape anyone. They can harm as much as they can heal. They can tell the most interesting stories but also be the droll force of something you don’t want to pay attention to.

But how exactly do they make an impact?

Bring praise and support

Saying something like “you did a really good job on that” can lift up any weary spirit. Saying this to someone who has really put their blood, sweat, and tears to your business will feel motivated to work harder.

The opposite effect of this, of course, is saying dismissive or demoralizing things “It wasn’t really that great anyway.” It’s statements like this that demoralize an entire organization, so be sure to use more encouraging and inspirational words.

Show how much you know

Knowing the “big boy” words is not at all that impressive. Yes, showing off too much can be a liability, but it does provide you an air of credibility. It proves that you are an expert in your field, which means to say you know a lot about what you are trying to convey to the other person. On the other hand, it does help to use words that are simpler, especially if your main aim is to close a transaction immediately.

Mend injuries

Your employee or business partner might not be having it easy, so a few kind words are enough to heal.

While words can be hurtful, they can also be refreshing, especially if you intend to help someone going through a difficult time. A reassuring talk can do a lot of good, making it easier for people to recover from what is pulling their emotions down.

Pass down experience

What’s a good story without anything to say at all? You might actually have quite some experiences to share, so use these to build connections.

For sure, you might have a funny anecdote from the past you could definitely share with someone else. No doubt, it’s the most humorous experiences that often spark the strongest ties.

The impact of words in the workplace, whether spoken or written, make for the best or worst kind of experience.