Say Goodbye to "I Don’t Disagree"
Take My Word For It
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Today, let’s mark the official retirement of a worn-out expression we hear too often in business. “I don’t disagree.” What is so hard about saying the opposite – “I agree.” It’s OK to let others be right. In fact, when you validate someone’s opinion, the approach allows the person to feel important. And, in turn, it makes the person respect you more. When you say, “I agree,” everyone wins. “I don’t disagree”? Welcome to retirement. Your work here is done.