How do I avoid pride appeals that seem like flattery?
Base appeals on specific, verifiable achievements, connect pride to relevant capabilities, focus on how their strengths enable success with your proposal, and ensure the pride appeal serves the business discussion rather than ego stroking.
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Pathos: Pride and Achievement
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