Speak with Power | Level 1
Think you’ve got the words that win trust, calm chaos, and lead the room? In this fast-paced game, choose the best real-world response using one of 10 power phrases from Speak. Think. Serve. Nail the right phrase, dodge the weak ones, and show you’ve got the voice of a leader. Score high and earn wins—because talk isn’t cheap when it’s done right.
🗣️ 10 Power Phrases Every Pro Should Own
These aren't scripts—they're leadership signals. Use them to replace filler, reduce conflict, and show up clear and calm in any situation.
1. Absolutely
Replaces: “Okay,” “Sure,” “That’s fine”
Why it works: Shows confidence and clarity—without sounding pushy. A calm, firm yes.
Use it when: You want to show certainty, enthusiasm, or alignment without overexplaining.
When a client says, “Can we review that on-site?”—try: “Absolutely, I’ve got time after lunch.”
2. The next step is…
Replaces: “So… yeah,” “Let’s figure it out,” [awkward silence]
Why it works: Turns vague talk into action. You sound like a closer, not a drifter.
Use it when: Wrapping up a meeting, delegating, or driving momentum.
End a meeting strong: “The next step is to get the irrigation layout finalized by Thursday.”
3. Let me make sure I understand
Replaces: “Wait, what?” “That’s not what I heard”
Why it works: Clarifies without conflict. Makes people feel heard, not corrected.
Use it when: There’s tension, confusion, or the potential for miscommunication.
When things feel off: “Let me make sure I understand—you want the patio curve tighter?”
4. That’s a fair point
Replaces: “Yeah but…” “Not really”
Why it works: Defuses conflict. Acknowledges others with maturity and respect.
Use it when: You disagree—but want to stay collaborative and open.
Try: “That’s a fair point—let’s talk through how that might impact the plantings.”
5. I’ll take care of it
Replaces: “I guess I can,” “Maybe I’ll look into it”
Why it works: Signals ownership. Just make sure you follow through.
Use it when: You want to earn trust or take pressure off the room fast.
When tension rises, say: “I’ll take care of the cleanup punch list—no worries.”
6. What I’m hearing is…
Replaces: “You said…” “That’s not what I got from that”
Why it works: Shows active listening. Helps people feel seen and understood.
Use it when: Emotions are rising or clarity is needed without judgment.
De-escalate with: “What I’m hearing is that timing matters more than color, right?”
7. I’ll confirm and get back to you
Replaces: “I think so,” “Probably,” “Should be fine”
Why it works: Builds credibility by avoiding assumptions and showing follow-through.
Use it when: You’re unsure, and you want to avoid misinformation or drama.
Don’t fake it—say: “I’ll confirm the schedule and get back to you this afternoon.”
8. I see where you're coming from
Replaces: “That’s just not true,” “You’re wrong”
Why it works: Acknowledges someone’s point without caving or escalating.
Use it when: You need to lower the heat but still offer clarity or redirect.
Instead of snapping, try: “I see where you're coming from—let’s look at it together.”
9. Can I offer another perspective?
Replaces: “Yeah but…” “Let me tell you why that’s wrong”
Why it works: Disagrees without ego. Invites dialogue instead of shutting it down.
Use it when: You want to challenge something respectfully and keep the room open.
Try: “Can I offer another perspective on the edging? What if we...”
10. Let’s not guess—let’s ask
Replaces: “I think they probably…” “We can just assume…”
Why it works: Kills gossip and guesswork. Keeps decisions clear and clean.
Use it when: You hear speculation, assumptions, or vague planning. It’s a reset phrase.
Instead of speculating, say: “Let’s not guess—let’s ask the client before we trench.”