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3.11 Phrases for Use Representational System in Response to Each Once you have identified the representational system that the person is using to communicate to you, you can use that information in determining how you want to respond to the other person. The more you can respond in the system that the person prefers or is using at the time, the more you are subtly building rapport with them, and the more likely they are to be persuaded by you. Following are some examples of how you might use this information in responding to someone you've identified as using each representational system. VISUAL Sample sentences: • • If I could show you an attractive way in which you could have whatever you want, you would at least want to look at it, wouldn’t you? If this looks good to you we will go ahead and focus on getting the paperwork done. Other phrases to use: * It looks to me like. * It appears that. * Show me what you mean. * Picture this. * Let's focus on. AUDITORY Sample sentences: • • If I could tell you a way in which you could have whatever you want, you would at least want to hear about it, wouldn't you? If this sounds good to you we will go ahead and discuss how to set up an account. Other phrases to use: 70