The Economic Times

Psychology says people who speak less carry more authority because talking is how most people seek approval, and the absence of having to prove yourself registers as power no amount of articulation can replicate

In many contexts, authority is misinterpreted as verbosity. Research in social psychology suggests that those who speak less, employ strategic pauses, and seem indifferent to the applause of others often exude higher confidence and credibility. Before discussions even commence, observers instinctively assess social standing based on this calm and collected behavior.