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Be simple in words, manners, and gestures. Amuse as well as instruct. If you can make a man laugh, you can make him thin
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"Be simple in words, manners, and gestures. Amuse as well as instruct. If you can make a man laugh, you can make him think and make him like and believe you"

- Alfred E. Smith

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This quote by Alfred E. Smith encourages us to be mindful of our words, good manners, as well as gestures when connecting with others. He suggests that we must aim to both amuse and instruct when talking. Smith believes that if we can make somebody laugh, we can make them assume and make them like and believe us. This quote motivates us to be conscious of our words and actions when communicating with others. It recommends that we need to aim to be enjoyable as well as informative when talking. Smith thinks that if we can make someone laugh, we can make them believe and also make them like and think us. This quote encourages us to be mindful of our words and actions when communicating with others. It recommends that we need to aim to be enjoyable and also useful when talking. By being basic in our words, manners, and gestures, we can produce a positive perception and construct trust with others.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Alfred E. Smith between December 30, 1873 and October 4, 1944. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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