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Make Persuasive Arguments

Persuasion isn't manipulation — it's helping people see what's in their interest. AI helps you build compelling cases.

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Example Prompt

I need to persuade: [WHO]. About: [WHAT I WANT THEM TO DO/BELIEVE]. Their current position: [WHAT THEY THINK NOW]. Their concerns: [WHAT THEY WORRY ABOUT]. What's in it for them: [BENEFITS TO THEM]. Help me build a persuasive argument that addresses their concerns and highlights their benefits.

Pro Tip

Lead with their interests, not yours. People don't care what you want — they care what they get.

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Make Persuasive Arguments

Getting people to say yes starts with understanding what they need.

The Problem

Weak arguments:

  • Focus on what you want
  • Ignore objections
  • Don't address concerns
  • Push instead of pull

How AI Helps

AI builds arguments structured around your audience's interests, addressing their concerns while highlighting their benefits.

When to Use This

  • Proposing changes
  • Budget requests
  • Stakeholder buy-in
  • Client negotiations
  • Internal advocacy

Tips for Best Results

  1. Understand their position - Why do they think what they think?
  2. Address concerns - Don't ignore objections
  3. Lead with benefits - What's in it for them?
  4. Give evidence - Support your claims

Try It Now

Copy the prompt, describe who you're persuading and why, and build an argument that moves people.