21 Phrases That Instantly Boost Your Credibility
- Carolyn Frost
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
We’ve all been there... saying something important and watching it get misinterpreted, brushed aside, or ignored.
It’s exhausting.
Especially when you know you have value to add.
The phrases below are simple language upgrades - small shifts that create major impact.
Use them in meetings, casual chats, difficult conversations, or even emails.
They signal self-trust, thoughtfulness, and quiet authority.
This is how powerful conversations - and careers - get built.
✨ I N S P I R E
“The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and a lightning bug.” - Mark Twain
✨ T H R I V E
21 power phrases that transform your influence ✨
1) "I appreciate that perspective. Here's what I see..."
↳ Shows openness while maintaining authority
2) "Let me make sure I understand correctly..."
↳ Demonstrates active listening and precise thinking
3) "Here's my recommendation, based on..."
↳ Links expertise to action
4) "I've noticed a pattern that..."
↳ Shows analytical thinking and observation skills
5) "Let's break this down step by step"
↳ Demonstrates clarity and structured thinking
6) "Based on my experience with similar situations..."
↳ Establishes expertise without bragging
7) "Here's what concerns me about that approach"
↳ Shows strategic thinking and ownership
8) "I respectfully disagree. Here's why..."
↳ Commands respect while inviting dialogue
9) "Let me share what's worked in the past"
↳ Positions you as a resource, not a critic
10) "I've given this careful thought, and..."
↳ Shows deliberate decision-making
11) "Here's what the data is telling us"
↳ Shifts from opinion to evidence
12) "Let's align on our desired outcome"
↳ Demonstrates leadership thinking
13) "What I'm hearing is... Is that accurate?"
↳ Shows precision and validation skills
14) "Here's what we know for certain..."
↳ Establishes clarity in uncertainty
15) "Let's explore the implications of..."
↳ Shows strategic depth
16) "I want to ensure we address..."
↳ Demonstrates proactive thinking
17) "Here's how this connects to our bigger goal"
↳ Shows systems thinking
18) "Let me be direct about this"
↳ Signals forthright communication
19) "I've prepared some specific recommendations"
↳ Shows initiative and solutions focus
20) "Let's look at this from another angle"
↳ Demonstrates flexible thinking
21) "Here's what this means for our next steps"
↳ Shows execution focus
Small shifts in language.
Massive shifts in impact ✨
Have a great week!
Carolyn
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