Carnegie convinced me that what I do naturally often blocks my opportunity for success. Naturally, I wouldn't buy that. But just for fun, let's see how you do with the following:
- In your everyday workplace, do you find it easier to find fault or condemn your co-worker mentally, or to understand his or her viewpoint in a conversation?
- Which is easier - to see weaknesses or to verbalize praiseworthy points about others?
- Is it more enjoyable to talk with others about what you find interesting, or to listen and affirm good points about what they find interesting?
Were you surprised? I was! It's true, my natural inclinations aren't the best relational point-makers. What do you think about this?
I'd appreciate your feedback. - Dr M
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Would these unnatural steps be relational point-makers if I put them into practice? And if put them into practice, aren't I being either manipulative and insincere, or pointlessly 'nice'? How do you see these unnatural steps fitting into my 'kingdom' responsibilities and personal/professional mission as a Christian in my firm?
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