The Science of Saying It Will Work in Practice

Also known as "The Art of Faking It Till You Make It," this is Chapter 4, Section 2, Subsection 2 of the Escape-Room-Disasters Team Communication Strategies guide.

When faced with an impending doom of a malfunctioning toaster, a well-timed "it'll work in practice" can be the difference between life and death.

Key Takeaways:

• Bluster is key. Confidence is keyer.
• Use of the phrase "it'll work in practice" should be accompanied by a confident smile.
• Eye contact is optional, but a well-placed "I'm sure it'll work" can be a powerful tool in the arsenal of a seasoned escape-room-disaster specialist.

Further reading:

• The Art of Distracting with Jargon
• The Science of Faking It Till You Make It