Answering Harsh Questions
- Acknowledge the reason behind the emotion. Do not defend yourself. Give an objective answer.
- Be confused to buy time for both of you. If someone is swayed by emotions when asking, ask to repeat the question.
- Offer the questioner the floor if he wants to share his perspective, but don't let it control the audience. Address it later on.
- Tell the truth about the question's impact.
- Dodge it and deliver an eloquent response.
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