planting a seed
/ˌplæntɪŋ ə ˈsiːd/
introducing an idea subtly so it grows in the other's mind
planting a seed in a sentence
“I just want to plant a seed for you to consider later...”
Origin of planting a seed
Agricultural metaphor for nurturing ideas
Related Words
yes ladder
getting small agreements that lead to a larger yes
foot in the door
securing a small commitment before requesting a larger one
door in the face
making a large request first so a smaller one seems reasonable
anchoring
setting a reference point that influences subsequent judgments
reciprocity
leveraging the human tendency to return favors
social proof
showing that others have already done what you're asking