Speak softly and carry a big stick, you will go far.
Theodore Roosevelt
2007-03-21 11:54:55 · 10 answers · asked by Sid90 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Quotations
Be kind and nice so you don't offend the other in your interactions so they are mad at you and won't cooperate because of feeling insulted, but at the same time have something they want from you that you can use to make them do your bidding (the big stick).
If you behave like this, you will be perceived as successful at getting what you want, and other people will want to hire you to get what THEY want. Thus, you will go far.
2007-03-21 12:02:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
ok Theodore Roosevelt used the army to influence different countries into decisions. This was with the Puerto Ricans and Cuban conflicts down there. So when he spoke he carried a "big stick". He spoke "softly" but he carried a big stick - the army- to influence everything he said. So technically he had no reason to speak loudly
2007-03-21 12:29:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The big stick ..I believe had to do with one of his plans..basically like other leaders (martin l. king, Gandhi) you can be civil and still get your point across. Addressing problems in this manner will be more effective.
2007-03-21 14:12:01 · answer #3 · answered by heysmile4getwrinklez 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't bring unnecessary attention to yourself, but be prepared to use a forcefulness and speak out when needed.
2007-03-21 13:48:57 · answer #4 · answered by Lindsay M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be kind and solve problems with words whenever possible. However, always be prepared for words won't always work, for sometimes other methods are necessary to solve serious problems that can absolutely NOT be solved with kind words...or words in general.
Good luck!
2007-03-21 12:42:07 · answer #5 · answered by sheep_are_taking_over 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Speak softly and be able to back up what you are saying...
2007-03-21 12:59:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is just a uneducated guess but to me it says:
Be kind and considerate to others and you will gain their respect, but be prepared to fight back against those who would take your kindness to be a weakness and try to take advantage of you.
2007-03-21 12:07:17 · answer #7 · answered by XperiMentaL 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It means be kind and nice, don't speak evil and be mean but make sure that people know that you will fight for yourself.
2007-03-21 12:23:40 · answer #8 · answered by Kiss 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
he who comes off strong in appearance (perhaps with an air of confidence) will be heard by all without effort. and no one shall question his logic, becuase he comes off as someone you just dont question.
2007-03-21 13:28:22 · answer #9 · answered by candi b 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
don't spend wasted time arguing but be prepared with force if needed
2007-03-21 12:04:40 · answer #10 · answered by luminous 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋