Day 17 of 30-Day Writing Challenge
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Today’s assignment requires a different approach from the previous ones. In order to answer this question, I have to put my feet in somebody else’s shoes, somebody who is trying to win my heart.
Let’s say I’m Person A. A looks at me. What makes A looking at me want to win my heart?
Because A is interested in me, attracted by me, get to know me. Because A wants to take me out for dinner or drink. Or A wants to sell me something…
OK! My suggestion to that person A.
If you want me to get to know you, or talk to you at a party, don’t bring me any drink or food. I would rather choose myself what I like. Rather, stand at the corner of the room, quietly, awkwardly, hesitant to mingle with people. Chances are, I will find you and come talk to you.
If you want to take me out to a dinner, would you please choose a place that is quiet? Preferably with no background music. I want to enjoy our conversation without yelling at each other. You don’t want to hurt your throat either, do you? I have never encountered such a place so far in Seattle, so if you found one, most likely I have never been there so I would say yes.
If you want to sell me something… Stand behind the table, put your product on the table, demonstrate how to use it. Don’t look at me! Keep talking in what way your product is great. Explain who made it, how it is made, what ingredient or material is used, how long it took to make it. Keep on talking, focus on the product. Don’t look at me. I might listen to your talk, from the distance at first, then come closer, watching your demonstration, listening to your sales talk, and might eventually buy. Please don’t look at me. Focus on your product.