I’m not an expert in anything in particular, but my first
thought was I understand how to connect with others – this skill has allowed me
to comfortably adapt to every environment I’ve been exposed to.
I’m an extrovert. I have had probably too many serious
boyfriends. I make friends wherever I go, in whatever country I live in. You
might have guessed, I’m a natural salesman.
I know making personal connections with others is not the
easiest thing to do - I’ve known many introverts that have difficulty opening
up and forging bonds. My two brothers and sister are introverts. Most of my
boyfriends have been introverts. Introverts have managed me in the workplace
and I have struggled but successfully closed deals with introverts.
There are three steps to connecting with others. This can be
applied to personal or professional relationships.
1.
Understand your partner.
2.
Establish Trust.
3.
Offer something they can’t deny.
Find out what the other person’s needs and wants are. Be
observant and understand this could take some time. Is your friend a natural
goofball and enjoy an audience? Does your boyfriend need affirmation that he’s
supported and loved? Is that potential client missing your product or service
that could make their life easier?
Communicate that you are reliable and honest. Be reliable
and honest. Be true to yourself and show the other person that you are here for
them. Establishing trust is only possible if you are of good character. Be
there for support when they need you.
Use your skills and talents to address the other person’s
needs and wants. You are a complex individual with many different facets to
your personality. The better you know yourself, the easier it will be to create
the unique formula to match your partner. So, embrace your inner-weirdo because
your true friends and family will not be able to get enough. Perform above and
beyond and you will be indispensible to your company. Be passionate about your
work because if you have faith in your product or service’s ability than it
surely will do wonders for your client.
Making meaningful connections with other human beings is
work. We are complicated beings with ever-changing needs. Building
relationships take time and energy. Sometimes it’s not worth pursuing and other
times, your stuck with that bond (emotional or financial). But in my short
experience on this Earth – my relationships with my loved ones and colleagues
have opened so many doors of opportunity.
Understand your dog. Establish trust. Offer treats. |
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