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The Jackhammer

 

Techniques General persuasion > Using repetition > The Jackhammer

Description | Example | Discussion | See also

 

Description

Repeat either a single word or a short phrase, quickly, one after another.

Triples, three repetitions, are often an effective set.

You can increase power of the Jackhammer by steadily increasing increasing the volume and other forms of emphasis.

Example

no! No! NO! Do not do that! NO! NO!! NO!!!

Go, go, go! That's right! Keep going! Keep going!

I won't, I won't I won't, I won't I won't!

Discussion

The Jackhammer emphasizes importance and leaves little room for misunderstanding, particularly when there is little time for argument.

This rapid repetition acts like a hammer, whacking home the message. It is not a subtle message, but can be used in an emergency or when you want to express significant emotion.

Rapid repetition also occupies time and prevents the other person from responding.

See also

Repetition principle, Emphasis with body language

 

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