Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” – Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Ever noticed how some people just get through to others—whether they’re talking to their boss, their team, or even their kids?That magic skill is perspective-taking — the ability to see things from someone else’s point of view.…… Continue reading Perspective Taking: The Secret Skill of Great Communicators
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The Company We Keep Shapes Our Lives
“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” – Jim Rohn Lunch with a friend is always a treat, and today was no different. As we were finishing up, my next meeting arrived—a founder of an NGO doing remarkable work. My friend asked if she should leave before he…… Continue reading The Company We Keep Shapes Our Lives