How can you use evidence to support your claims when communicating with others?

Effective communication in our daily lives extends beyond mere expression of opinions or ideas. To be persuasive, we must substantiate our claims with evidence. However, it is imperative to recognize the different types of evidence and the significance of reliable sources in ensuring the validity of our claims. Therefore, it is crucial to present evidence in a logical and organized manner, making it easily understandable and concise. By doing so, we can establish credibility, sway others, and effectively convey our message.

One thing that is always important about communication is authenticity and relevance. I will never forget the first line of my recent favourite book, "21 Lessons for the 21st Century" by Yuval Noah Harari. It says - "In a world deluged by irrelevant information, clarity is power." So, it would be best if your story is relevant to the audience and if there is a reason for you to share it. I always emphasize two things to identify purpose: 1. What do I know about my audience 2. How will my story help the audience? Once, I was sharing how depression is a problem and a productivity barrier during winter times with someone who lives and works in a tropical country. You can guess how that conversation went.

Having credible evidence is key to a successful argument. Anyone can create a narrative to fit their agenda however by sourcing factual and objective information increases the strength of an argument over weaker less developed ones. It is also important to check how long the evidence/data has been around, sometimes old data can be less relevant because there has been a lot of changes overtime in demographics, technology etc.

It is essential to choose materials that are relevant to the subject at hand, and that have been gathered from credible sources, whose genus is agreed upon by all relevant parties. - Dr. Nikki Martinez, Psy.D., LCPC

When using evidence in communication also presents its challenges. We must be aware of our biases and beliefs that may influence our interpretation of the evidence. It is crucial to avoid misinterpreting evidence, as this can undermine our credibility and harm the overall message. Additionally, understanding opposing views is essential as it allows us to evaluate the evidence presented by others and offer a more balanced argument.

When presenting evidence to others, it is important to ensure that any evidence used is presented ethically and clearly. This means that all sources of evidence should be properly cited and verified for accuracy. Additionally, the evidence should be presented logically, allowing others to understand the chain of reasoning. It is also important to be open and honest about potential biases or limitations with the presented data. Finally, it is important to focus on communication with respect and civility while presenting evidence, as this helps create an environment where people are more willing to listen and collaborate.

President (27Th) Hon William Howard Taft expressed that “No tendency was greater than one man attempting to control another”; basically that is simplified. 12 Persons deciding, unlike Artificial Intelligence will value much more their sympathy towards the data, than complex algorithms. The truth cannot be denied, if the claim is solid it will stand time, climate and Stubbornness. Learn who in the audience has hearing “impairments” and who has speech difficulties, first. The rest will happen if there is a sun outside, the grass is green and it’s earlier than 10:00 AM