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What are Aristotle’s rhetorical appeals? How can you use these appeals to successfully persuade an audience?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aristotle’s rhetorical appeals are pathos, logos, ethos, and kairos. According to Ren\u00e9 Rodriguez in Amplify Your Influence<\/em>, using all of these in a presentation is a surefire way to keep your audience engaged with your ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s look at how you can use these techniques to be the most persuasive speaker around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Basics of Persuasion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rodriguez argues that successful communicators engage and inspire their audience<\/strong> (whoever they\u2019re attempting to guide or persuade). As a communicator, your goal should be to convince your audience to change their behavior or take positive action.\u00a0We\u2019ll discuss Aristotle’s rhetorical appeals and how you can employ them to make your communication more effective, whether you\u2019re conversing with loved ones, making sales<\/a> pitches, or speaking in front of large audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Some communication experts state that one of the best ways to engage and inspire audiences is to present your ideas in an original way.<\/a> Your audience is more likely to act on your ideas if your presentation departs from the formats typically used to communicate ideas in your field. For example, if you need an alternative to PowerPoint presentations (a commonly used format),<\/a> consider drawing any visuals you need while you\u2019re presenting. Watching you create something in real time might secure the audience\u2019s attention.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aristotle’s Rhetorical Appeals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Rodriguez, you can engage and guide an audience successfully using four of the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle\u2019s rhetorical appeals<\/strong> (qualities of an argument that make it persuasive). For thousands of years, people have used these appeals to sway their audiences. Understanding and applying all four can help you build trust, interest, and rapport with an audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Successfully persuading an audience isn\u2019t the only benefit of understanding Aristotle\u2019s rhetorical appeals\u2014in Thank You for Arguing<\/em><\/a>, Jay Heinrichs states that this knowledge is also helpful when someone is trying to persuade you<\/em> of something. When you understand rhetoric,<\/a> you can quickly identify when others are using persuasive tactics, deflect these tactics if necessary, and discern what arguments are really<\/em> about.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appeal #1: Pathos<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Pathos is the appeal to emotion<\/a>,<\/strong> and it allows you to connect with your audience<\/a> on a personal level. When you successfully engage your audience<\/a> using pathos<\/a>, they can empathize with and relate to you. Additionally, Rodriguez argues, pathos is necessary when trying to persuade people to take action or change their behavior\u2014people typically make decisions based on emotions<\/a>, not logic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals<\/a> uses pathos to secure donations through TV commercials. They combine sad music and images of scared, abused animals to appeal to your empathy, making it more likely you\u2019ll take action and offer money to help the animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: According to some psychologists, emotions (and thus, the pathos appeal) are strong motivators for decision-making<\/a> and action because of how we evolved. Many emotions come from the amygdala,<\/a> the part of the brain that processes fearful and threatening stimuli. When we perceive something as dangerous\u2014like an aggressive animal, for example\u2014emotions like fear motivate us to take swift action to increase our chance of survival<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can use pathos and appeal to your audience\u2019s empathy through storytelling. When people are engaged in a story, they feel the emotions of the narrative as if they\u2019re experiencing the events themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Studies suggest that reading or listening to a story activates parts of the brain involved in determining other people\u2019s motivations<\/a> and predicting future behavior, meaning stories may help us see situations through someone else\u2019s perspective. When we do this, we can empathize with the other person, as Rodriguez suggests. Additionally, storytelling can be a great way to move people to action\u2014we\u2019re more likely to change our behavior if a character we relate to in a story makes a similar change.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appeal #2: Ethos<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Your ethos represents your credibility\u2014it\u2019s whatever allows you to speak with authority<\/strong> about a given topic and have people trust what you\u2019re saying. Rodriguez argues that ethos includes whatever associations and brand people attach to you. The greater your ethos, the more people will listen to you. You can increase your ethos in many different ways\u2014for example, publishing books and articles can build your credibility in your chosen topic or field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: If the idea of publishing something about your chosen topic appeals to you as a way to build ethos, Never Eat Alone<\/em><\/a> author Keith Ferrazzi suggests starting small, with an article rather than a book. Further, choose a smaller publication<\/a> like a local newspaper or a trade publication to submit your article pitch to. This will increase the likelihood that your pitch will be accepted.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boost Your Ethos by Establishing Shared Values<\/strong>

In Thank You for Arguing<\/em><\/a>, Jay Heinrichs expands on the role of ethos, stating that the appeal also involves showing your audience that you share their values.<\/a> Doing so makes your audience see you as someone virtuous or trustworthy and aligned with their beliefs. Establishing shared values involves fitting in with your audience, including through your appearance, way of speaking, interests, and sense of humor. 

If applicable, you might establish shared values with your audience through your brand (the features that distinguish you and your business). Your brand\u2019s core values represent what you (or your company) stand for,<\/a> and they guide how you present yourself and make decisions. If you represent your brand\u2019s values clearly on your website, social media, and other platforms, audience members can decide whether you represent values they agree with before<\/em> they hear you speak. If they agree with what your brand represents, this can further establish your credibility. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Appeal #3: Logos<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Rodriguez defines logos as the appeal of logic and reason.<\/strong> If pathos and ethos tell your audience why<\/em> they should buy into your message, then logos represents what<\/em> they\u2019re buying into. Without logical reasoning, the audience may be unable to truly understand your main idea, leaving them unable to act on it. Your logos appeal might include data, numbers, statistics, and so on\u2014anything that\u2019s based on facts and reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, say you\u2019re trying to sell a washing machine to a customer. Your logos appeal might center around data that show how much longer the washing machine lasts than other models or the great deal you offer that beats other stores\u2019 prices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: The opposite of a strong logos appeal based on reason, facts, and numbers is a logical fallacy. Fallacies are arguments based on faulty reasoning,<\/a> irrelevant information, or unprovable claims. For example, a hasty generalization is a fallacy in which you form a conclusion using distorted or inadequate evidence\u2014like assuming that smoking a pack of cigarettes every day won\u2019t have any health repercussions because you had a relative who was a heavy smoker and lived to be 90. Studying common logical fallacies<\/a> can help you avoid them in your communication and thus avoid misleading, confusing, or losing the trust of your audience.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appeal #4: Kairos<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Rodriguez states that kairos isn\u2019t as well-known as the first three rhetorical appeals, but it\u2019s just as important. It represents the relevance your ideas have to your specific audience.<\/strong> The same information can mean different things to different people, so you have to deliver your argument at the right time, in the right place, and in the right way for the people you\u2019re trying to reach. If you don\u2019t, then it doesn\u2019t matter how interesting, qualified, or proficient you are\u2014you\u2019ll lose the audience\u2019s interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, let\u2019s return to the washing machine scenario. Say you\u2019re selling to a young, single professional. If you base your sales pitch on the idea that the washing machine is large and efficient enough to fulfill the laundry needs of a big family, your customer will likely lose interest, as that specific benefit isn\u2019t relevant to their<\/em> needs. Instead, focus on how convenient the quick-wash setting is for people with limited time or how the energy efficiency of the washing machine will save them money. This would be more relevant information for a busy young professional with limited funds and, therefore, it\u2019s more likely to persuade the customer to purchase the washing machine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: According to some experts on rhetoric, kairos is important beyond its role as an isolated appeal\u2014its emphasis on delivering a message at the right time can also enhance your pathos<\/em> appeal.<\/a> Appeals to emotion are more powerful if they\u2019re delivered when people\u2019s emotions are already heightened. For example, we\u2019re more likely to give to charity after a tragic world event because our increased feelings of sadness and compassion make us want to help others.)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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