How to Win Any Argument in 7 Steps

Even when you know nothing about the topic!

Firstly, it’s good to decide on your aim. Are you wanting to simply win the argument regardless of truth? Or do you want to win the argument through learning the truth? One is usually to destroy your opponent. The latter being more valuable in discovering knowledge, harness mutual respect and to further your self and advance the conversation.

Arguments and Debate should always be ethical with the view to furthering conversation in the pursuit of finding truth and seeking agreement. When this is your aim, winning will always be the case even when you change your mind. Why? Because you’ve learned from it and will be better placed next time.

Right lecture over, let’s get on with the techniques!

These are your 7 steps to Winning any Argument without having to know the topic you’re debating:

• Stay Calm and Composed
• Listen First and Listen Again
• Do as Socrates Would Do
• Challenge Inconsistencies
• Silence and Pause
• Disrupt their Rhythm
• Know when to Walk Away