10 Phrases Successful People Never Use
- Carolyn Frost
- Mar 31
- 2 min read
Just for today, notice how many times you:
Start an email with "Just following up on..."
Begin sharing your idea in a meeting with "This might not be right, but..."
Preface your expert advice with "I'm thinking we could possibly..."
We've been trained to soften our presence to appear accommodating and non-threatening.
But these verbal habits aren't harmless - they're teaching others exactly how seriously to take us.
Every time you shrink your words, your brilliance gets overlooked.
The good news?
This pattern can be broken with awareness and simple, intentional shifts
✨ I N S P I R E
"Your playing small does not serve the world." - Marianne Williamson
✨ T H R I V E
You've got powerful thoughts and bold ideas.
But hesitant phrases are making you disappear.
10 power shifts that transform your presence:
❌ "I just wanted to check in..."
✅ Stand tall, reset your shoulders: "I'm following up on [specific item]"
❌ "I'm not sure if this makes sense..."
✅ Plant both feet firmly: "Here's what I've observed..."
❌ "This might be a stupid question..."
✅ Take a slow breath: "I'd like to explore something..."
❌ "I kind of think we should..."
✅ Press thumb and index finger together: "I recommend we..."
❌ "Sorry to bother you..."
✅ Roll shoulders back: "Thank you for your time..."
❌ "Maybe we could consider..."
✅ Ground yourself: "I propose..."
❌"I'll try to..."
✅ Hand on desk: "I will..."
❌ "Does that make sense?"
✅ Slight chin lift: "What are your thoughts on this?"
❌ "I'm no expert, but..."
✅ Straighten your posture: "From my experience..."
❌ "I hope this isn't overstepping..."
✅ Deep breath, hold 3 seconds: "I see an opportunity here..."
Stop disappearing behind weak words.
Start commanding the presence you deserve
Have a great week friends!
Carolyn
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