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How to win an argument

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Sep 29, 2021, 15:00 IST
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How to win an argument

You may have noticed that some people, even if there is no logic in their argument, win and end up convincing the others somehow. Now this is a knack not all are blessed with. To be like them, there are some secrets that we will let you in as you scroll down. Go win that argument with these tips!

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Be confident

Firstly, be confident even if you know you are not so sure. Stay cool and chilled out because only those who know are wrong get all worked up.

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Facts

Make sure your facts are right. Don’t get into an argument without a backing of logic and evidence. You end up looking stupid!

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Controlling the discussion

To master an argument, you must be the one who controls the discussion. To do that, you have to ask questions. Cross questioning is more like it. Ask hypothetical questions, make your opponent struggle. Provoke him/her but calmly, without being too obvious about it.

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Be a good listener

No matter what the situation is, being a good listener is important. Don’t assume that the conversation is going to be an argument. Listen to the other person’s point first. Maybe they are about to say the same thing as you. Maybe they have a better point of view or piece of information.

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Never get personal

This would be hitting below the belt. Don’t stray away from the topic. It is unethical. Most people who have nothing informative to say or do not have a strong point to make, associate matters with the other’s personal life which reflects their shallow attitude. Nobody wants to be in that position voluntarily. Right?

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