Why is that some people have a seemingly natural ability to
get attention and respect when they speak What is it that makes others listen
and pay attention to their words It isn’t necessarily a question of status, or
the content of what they say. Such people often don’t speak "Oxford" English,
express themselves using perfect grammatical constructions, or even use
appropriate words. What they do have is resonance (共鸣). Such people tend to have
beautiful, rich voices and to use the lower end of their voice range (范围).
Observe and listen to others. People who speak quickly and breathily in a
high-pitched (声调高的) voice do not appear as assertive as those who speak more
slowly using deeper voice tones. The lower pitch conveys control and
confidence. What can make others listen carefully ______.