I’m a words guy. Love words. Deal in words. Believe in the power of words.
But there’s a phrase that pops to mind in these situations:
· Reviewing resumes for people asking for suggestions
· Studying quarterly financial reports
· Listening to someone give project updates
· When I need to convince a business leader about an opportunity
“Words talk, numbers scream.” I first heard this perhaps 25 years ago. Expressing specific quantities, time, and dates is powerful. Season your documents, presentations, and pro/con persuasion arguments with numbers.
