In the commerce of speech use only coin of gold and silver.

Words are currency and most conversation is conducted in small change. Filler, flattery, half-meant agreement and untested opinions all circulate easily and buy nothing, while a person who speaks only when they have something solid finds that everything they say carries weight. Value is set by the rate of debasement. Say too much and each sentence is worth less.

Try saying noticeably less in the next meeting and making each contribution count. Watch how differently people receive you when they cannot assume you will speak.