“Fange nie mit dem Anfang an, sondern immer drei Meilen vor dem Anfang! Etwas so: 'Meine Damen und meine Herren! Bevor ich zum Thema des heutigen Abends komme, lassen Sie mich Ihnen kurz...' Hier hast Du schon so ziemlich alles, was einen schönen Anfang ausmacht: eine steife Anrede; der Anfang vor dem Anfang; die Ankündigung, daß und was du zu sprechen beabsichtigst, und das Wörtchen kurz. So gewinnst Du im Nu die Herzen und die Ohren der Zuhörer. [Ratschläge für einen schlechten Redner in: Kurt Tucholsky: Gesammelte Werke. Bd. 8. Reinbek 1993, S. 290.]”
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Kurt Tucholsky
Kurt Tucholsky was a German journalist, writer, and satirist known for his sharp wit and critical thinking. His work covered a wide range of topics including politics, society, and culture. Tucholsky's writing style was unique, with a sharp tongue that delved deeply into the social phenomena of his time. more
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