make a difference in what you say and do

from The Art of Worldly Wisdom make a difference in what you say and do cxxii Make a difference in what you say and do.

By this you gain status in many places and carry respect in advance. It manifests itself in everything you do: your speech, your facial expressions, your gait. It arises not from foolish presumption or pompous talk, but in an authoritative tone born of superior talent combined with true competence.

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