H. Jackson Brown Jr. Quotes

It is one of the worst things of sentiment that the voice grows to be more important than the words, and the speaker than that what is spoken.

I passionately believe that's it's not just what you say that counts, it's also how you say it - that the success of your argument critically depends on your manner of presenting it.

The way you communicate an idea is different than the way you communicate a product.

Take advantage of every opportunity to practice your communication skills so that when important occasions arise, you will have the gift, the style, the sharpness, the clarity, and the emotions to affect other people.

It's not just about the words you use, but the way you use them, and the message that puts over. Also your face too and the way you project your message. If you're telling the group to stay calm, be good, and you have beads of sweat dripping down your forehead, you're in trouble.

Your message means less than the way the message is delivered, because in actuality, the way the message is delivered, IS the message.

Eloquence resides as much in the tone of voice, in the eyes, and in the expression of the face, as in the choice of words.

Attitude and the spirit in which we communicate are as important as the words we say.

The most important thing for a director is being able to communicate. When you communicate comfortably, regardless of what you're saying, it can always be processed.

Nothing in life is more important than the ability to communicate effectively.

If you have something really important you want to say, you have to read your audience, I guess.

In his head, his mother said, 'People shout when they don’t have the vocabulary to whisper'.

Your ability to communicate is an important tool in your pursuit of your goals, whether it is with your family, your co-workers or your clients and customers.

Just because people can express themselves through their art doesn't mean they are great communicators in person.

The voice is a second face.

Effective communication is 20% what you know and 80% how you feel about what you know.

Different people need different kinds of communication for it to have the same effect. That was something I had to learn.

I have always safely relied on my voice modulations. It has never let me down.

I want people to hear what I have to say, and I want to be able to get a lot of points across.

Communication is the most important skill in life. We spend most of our waking hours communicating. But consider this: You've spent years learning how to read and write, years learning how to speak. But what about listening?

The most important thing to remember is you must know your audience.

A loud voice is not always angry; a soft voice not always to be dismissed; and a well-placed silence can be the indisputable last word.

I'm not the greatest communicator. I kind of internalize a lot. See, I just said I need to be quiet, but that's not the kind of communication I mean. I mean expressing myself or even standing up for myself. I can sometimes be very passive.

Not every one who has the gift of speech understands the value of silence.

When Demosthenes was asked what were the three most important aspects of oratory, he answered, 'Action, Action, Action.'