Purposeful Talk Quotes

Always have something to say. The man who has something to say and who is known never to speak unless he has, is sure to be listened to.�

Silence is better than unmeaning words.

First learn the meaning of what you say, and then speak.

And be silent for the most part, or else make only the most necessary remarks, and express these in few words. But rarely, and when occasion requires you to talk, talk, indeed, but about no ordinary topics. Do not talk about gladiators, or horseraces, or athletes, or things to eat or drink - topics that arise on all occasions; but above all, do not talk about people, either blaming, or praising, or comparing them.

One thing as a leader - you don't say something to say something. When you actually see something and need to talk to a guy, that's when you say it. It will come naturally.

Words transform. Speak only with a good purpose. Say only things that serve you and others. Choose your words wisely.

No mortal has a right to wag his tongue, much less to wag his pen, without saying something.

I really love having conversations and deconstructing things. I don't mind not having a laugh every second. Sometimes things deserve a little more discussion, and then you can have some fun after that.

If you can talk and it's convenient to talk, try to say things that edify.

When I speak, the things that I'll say will mean something. And if it's not going to mean anything, I won't say it.

You don't feel the need to talk all the time, do you," she said. He smiled. "No." "Most people don't know how to appreciate silence. They can't help talking." "I talk, I just want to have something to say first.

There's all the difference in the world between having something to say, and having to say something.

I don't say anything unintentionally.