Do You Have the Tendency to Over Explain by Jefferson Fisher

The more words you use, the ... believable you sound.
The more words you use, the less believable you sound.

If they want to know, they will ...
If they want to know, they will ask.

What should you ask yourself when you use the word "because?"
When you use the word "because," ask yourself, "Did they ask for this information or do I just feel like they need it?"