feature · December 2012
Building Relationships
Most people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. So communication is the key, asking questions and listening. People want to be heard and made to feel valued.


Most people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. So communication is the key, asking questions and listening. People want to be heard and made to feel valued.
Communication is the key. Ask a question then listen. People want to be heard and valued. But this is not accomplished only by what is said, sometimes your body language speaks louder than your words.
When a person feels valued and respected they become confident. They are more likely to leave their comfort zone. When a person is confident they are more likely to encourage others and be a better team player.
Enthusiasm is contagious and energizing. Wouldn’t you rather be around excited people? When you are enthusiastic you will attract more people who want to be around you and listen to what you have to say.
Just remember the golden rule, be kind and treat others as you wish to be treated. And if you cannot say something nice, don’t say anything at all.
You have to like yourself before you can like others. People will like you and respect you only if you respect yourself. Taking this one step further, you can help people to like themselves by making them feel valued.