Word for Today - CONNECT Connecting is the ability to identify with people and relate to them in a way that increases your influence with them; as the saying "Same feathers flock together". Your ability to communicate and connect with others is a major determining factor in increasing your influence. But in reality Everyone Communicates, Few Connect. 3 Simple Steps to Connect 1. Keep in mind that connecting requires energy. You must be intentional – not casual – in your interactions. Devote the time and energy necessary, but DON’T steal it from the work you were hired for. The energy you put toward connection needs to be above and beyond what you’re already doing for your job. 2. Focus on others. True connection is all about others. If you’re still working on making your agenda happen (i.e. creating change), that’s not connection; it’s manipulation. 3. Work on finding common ground. When two people come together to communicate, each has a reason for doing so. To connect on common ground, you must know your reason and the other person’s reason, then find a way to connect the two. Making a difference in your work is not about productivity; it’s about people. When you focus on others and connect with them, you can work together to accomplish great things.
Posted on: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 00:23:05 +0000
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