From Hostage To Hero

Encore Episode: How Much Emotion Is TOO MUCH? Opening Statement Tips for Trial Attorneys


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The truth is, facts ALONE won’t get you the 6-FIGURE WINNING VERDICT. 

If your voice is stuck in monotone (which I know most of y’all are guilty of, because that’s one of the very first things we work on… AHEM!), you’re handing your jury an invitation to…

MENTALLY. CHECK. THE. FUCK. OUT.

In this episode, we break down how to harness genuine emotion by diving into the minor mindset shifts and vocal tweaks that transform bland openings into compelling, authentic, jury-winning stories.

Tune in and learn exactly how to dial up the emotion (without tipping into full-blown theatrics) and MASTER the sweet spot that moves jurors from PASSIVE LISTENERS to ACTIVE BELIEVERS.

Xo, Sari

 

Mentions:

  • On Becoming a Trial Lawyer – Rick Friedman

Quote: 

“You want big verdicts? You’ve got to go there emotionally. This is why the Crew exists, by the way. A big reason. Because we know that figuring out how to put an opening statement together or which voir dire questions to ask is just the start. That alone won’t get you where you need to go. ‘Let me put some emotion in my voice’ is not going to do it. Why? Because you’re never going to put emotion in your voice until you feel you’re able to risk emotionally and be vulnerable. That’s what it takes.”

— Sari de la Motte

 

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