Quote by Abraham Lincoln

If you wish to win a man over to your ideas, first make him your friend.

If you wish to win a man over to your ideas, first make him

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of building a connection and establishing a personal relationship with someone in order to persuade them to agree with your ideas. Instead of immediately diving into an argument or debate, the quote suggests approaching the situation with patience and understanding, focusing on building trust and rapport. By establishing a friendship first, there is a higher likelihood of fostering open-mindedness and receptiveness, ultimately making it easier to convince and win over the person to your viewpoint.

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