言說之巧（下）

心內的事少對人說
過去的事不必再說
緊急的事長話短說
重要的事謹慎的說
不懂的事了解再說
別人的事儘量不說
煩瑣的事見面再說
準備的事不能漏說
商量的事當面好說
炫耀的事完成再說
快樂的事看場合說
公開的事無須您說
讚美的事應當常說
助人的事一定可說
利眾的事公然來說
勵志的事著書立說
有益的事到處宣說
應答的事有話當說
承諾的事不要空說
明天的事明日再說

The Art of Talking (2)

It is better not to talk about the secrets in your mind.
There is no need to mention what is already in the past.
Speak concisely in moments of urgency.
Speak deliberately about important matters.
It is important to understand before you speak.
Refrain from talking about other people’s matters.
Discuss tedious matters in person.
Do not disclose your plans.
Negotiation is done best face to face.
Never boast about what is not yet finished.
Sense the atmosphere before you share good news.
Needless to announce what is already known to the public.
Praises should be said often.
Always make kind deeds known.
Talk openly about what is for the greater good.
Publish and speak about good inspirations.
Spread good news far and wide.
Be honest about the promises you have made.
Never speak empty words of promise.
Leave talks about tomorrow for tomorrow.