Don't Start a Conversation With an Apology

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The speaker advises against starting a conversation with an apology, arguing that apologizing is an attempt to connect that can backfire by putting you one down from the outset. Because the way an interaction starts sets its tone, she recommends opening with something you are confident in, and, if an apology is genuinely needed for something undone, bringing it in later rather than leading with unpreparedness or self-criticism.

Key takeaways

• The speaker says starting with an apology puts you one down and sets a poor tone.
• The speaker recommends opening with confidence and apologizing later only if needed.

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