February 4, 2008Tip of the Week: When you find yourself in a hole, stop digging.
Have you ever noticed how people will sometimes hang themselves with their own words? That’s one reason to give people plenty of rope / room. Let them talk long enough and they will often make your case for you.
But on the other end of the discussion, when you’re the one who dug the hole, stop digging. Cut your losses and start a new game.
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This tip reminds me of an old John Wayne film where the old cowboy tries to stop a young dude from getting himself into more trouble by talking too much. With wisdom and wit he drawls….”Boy you’re using your tongue like a shovel!”
Comment by Beatrice — July 22, 2008 @ 7:33 am