A man may speak very well in the House of Commons, and fail very completely in the House of Lords. There are two distinct styles requisite: I intend, in the course of my career, if I have time, to give a specimen of both.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Different political houses require different speaking styles, and the speaker plans to master both.
- In plain terms
- You need different ways to talk in different places.
- What can you take from it?
- Adapt your communication style to your audience.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do I change my tone?
- Does my style match my intent?
Another view
Authenticity matters more than adapting style to the room.
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