More than ever it is critical for both new and experienced leaders to recognize that before you can lead or collaborate with someone, you have to connect with them first.
Without connection, there is no trust. Without trust, there is no relationship. No relationship, no influence.
The next time you need to have a difficult conversation with someone, look at it as a chance build a bridge with them – a bridge that can help you cross a potential danger area together.
Rather than approaching it as a dreaded task that’s going to be difficult, approach it as a way to deepen your connection.
After all, if you go into a situation expecting it to be difficult or painful, it probably will be.
But if you go into it with eyes that are looking to connect and co-create, you’ll generate positive energy to lead the conversation while building trust.
…change is vital to growth. However, people are resistant to change. Therefore, you have to build a compelling case for it to catch fire.
If there are no clear or immediate benefits, get creative and dig deeper – every cloud has a silver lining…and not always on first sight.
“…share and collaborate with others whenever you can, leverage the wisdom of your trusted peers and be transparent in everything you do.”
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