Identify the shared goal. "We both want the project to succeed, right? So instead of my way or your way, let's look at this third data point." 6. Know When to Walk Away
You force them to do the heavy lifting of explaining their logic, which is often where they will trip up. 3. Steelman Their Argument How to Win Every Argument
Most arguments are framed as Binary (A vs. B). You win by finding Option C. Identify the shared goal
A "win" can also be refusing to participate in a circular, bad-faith argument. How to Win Every Argument
Don't "strawman" (misrepresent) their point to make it look weak. Instead, "steelman" it—restate their argument even better than they did.