Whether you’re engaged in network marketing or not, harnessing your inner “people person” can go a long way in your personal and professional affairs. The ability to relate well with people is a gift, and it can be developed in several practical ways.
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Stick to empathy
There’s a world of difference between having sympathy and empathy: the former feels for the other person, while the latter views the world from the other person’s perspective and without passing any judgment. Try empathy to create new relationships and maintain existing ones.
Engage people wherever you are
Keep an open mind about meeting different people at various times and places. Talk to people at the check-out line in the supermarket, coworkers at work, or neighbors at community events. Don’t judge by appearance, and be genuinely curious about others and their experiences.
Don’t be robotic
Avoid giving canned responses to questions such as “How are you?” and “How’s it going?” Instead, cultivate open, interesting, and even funny conversations, and tell them something that may generate a follow-up question. Don’t get too personal, though, as it can make some people uncomfortable. Just divulge whatever you feel comfortable discussing and sharing.
Remove ego in the equation
Let the communication flow and create a friendly atmosphere. Personal experiences and activities rather than seemingly big ideas tend to generate more warmth. Also, practice active listening!
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Watch your tone Make sure you’re expressing surprise or amazement, not condescension. Watch how your words come across through how you say them.
Jason Boreyko is a seasoned network marketing expert and a recipient of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year. He is the former CEO of one of the fastest growing companies in history, overseeing its meteoric transformation to a $100 million-dollar company within 13 months. For similar reads, visit this page.
