Fiction is a very poor tool for conversion, because if I label it as fiction then I'm telling you it's a pack of lies from the very start.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Labeling a story as fiction may cause readers to dismiss it as lies, limiting its persuasive power.
- In plain terms
- Calling something fiction makes people think it's false.
- What can you take from it?
- Be careful how you present ideas to maintain credibility.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does the label always diminish impact?
- When can fiction be persuasive?
Another view
Some audiences value narrative regardless of label.
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