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Distrust commands a very handsome price. It destroys initiative, damages relationships, creates a toxic environment and reduces competitiveness. 
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We’ve all been there — accidentally alienated a new coworker with a bad joke, underwhelmed the new boss by botching our first assignment, or had a client we didn’t just click with. The trouble is that initial impressions are hard to shake. In a psychological phenomenon known as the “fundamental attribution error,” humans are quick to “essentialize” the behaviors of others. You might have simply been having a bad day, or you might have been off your game because of a recent breakup or death in the family, but your new colleague isn’t likely to extend that generous of an explanation. Instead, they’re far more likely to assume that your subpar performance is an essential trait — making it extremely challenging to overcome their negative perception. But, as I discuss in my book Reinventing You, it’s not impossible to change how others view you. Here are four ways you can begin to overturn their entrenched beliefs. Via The Learning Factor
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Is there a colleague with whom you have a strained working relationship? If, by chance, you are some kind of work superhero who just answered “no” to that question, is there at least someone with whom you would like to have a better relationship? If so, please ask yourself the following questions in relation to that person: Do you notice him as he truly is today, or based on your memory of how he was last week or last month – or even last year?When you have a conversation with him, is your only aim to change his mind? Or also to change your own?When you see his name in your inbox, do you already have a “story” about him, before even opening the email?These issues get to the heart (and brain) of executive mindfulness. While we know from research that mindfulness is good for us, what seems to be missing from the conversation is how one might be mindful at work, without meditating at our desks or breaking into a sun salutation. But an understanding of mindfulness – how it really operates in the context of daily work activities – is essential to good working relationships; relationships that let both us and our coworkers grow and change over time. Via The Learning Factor
The Learning Factor's curator insight,
January 14, 2016 4:49 PM
It’s essential for better relationships.
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If you're introverted (like me), you may find it difficult to connect with people at social gatherings. If you're extroverted, you face a different challenge--your outgoing personality may run roughshod over people you'd like to know better. Not to worry. There's help for all of us. At the Reader's Legacy awards last weekend, I had the opportunity to meet with Larry Benet, who is the co-founder of SANG Events, which feature speakers like Tony Hsieh, Tony Robbins, and Jack Canfield. Via The Learning Factor
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June 14, 2015 6:46 PM
Grow your business (and enrich your life experience) with these seven simple questions that move conversations from chitchat into relationship building. 
Lisa Gorman's curator insight,
June 15, 2015 9:35 PM
This article has inspired mynext 'Communication Blues & Clues' blog post which be arriving tomorrow about the importance of how we structure our QUESTIONS... there are some EXCELLENT questions here by Larry Benet - I can recommend this very quick read for those who get stuck on what questions to ask others in networking situations! |
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Researchers found that forgiveness was more likely to occur when a victim actively empathized with the person who inflicted the perceived harm. Via Marc Wachtfogel, Ph.D.
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How can you mentally prepare for a difficult conversation? You’ll want to think about the logistics (where and when you meet) and your strategy (how will you frame the problem and what you’ll say first). But getting ready emotionally is perhaps the most important work you need to do before you get into the room. Here are a few things you can go do to get ready.
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Whatever your feelings toward your boss, the fact is that he or she got to that position because of some combination of experience, expertise, and training. In other words, they earned it. That doesn't mean you'll always agree with the decisions your boss makes. Sometimes you'll even be certain your boss is wrong—either on something small and harmless or much more consequential. So how do you challenge your boss respectfully and productively? It can be daunting to point out a difference of opinion to someone we report to. Many of us simply aren't great communicators when it comes to those in higher positions. But with a little effort and tact, you can disagree with your boss in a way that's respectful and gets things done. Via The Learning Factor
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September 6, 2015 6:58 PM
The best teams thrive on productive disagreement. Here's how to plead your case respectfully.
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“The most important driver of employee engagement is the relationship they have with their immediate manager,” says Piera Palazzolo, Senior Vice President of Dale Carnegie Training. She says the most successful relationships are those where bosses and employees really get to know one another.
“That’s different from years ago, when you were supposed to ask any personal questions. Those lines are blurred now, people want you to care about them, particularly if there’s something going on in their lives that might affect their performance.”
1) Find out exactly what your boss wants, and understand the pressure they’re working under. Via The Learning Factor
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October 19, 2014 7:29 PM
As offices across the country close out a week marked by celebrations of "Boss's Day," now is a great time to consider your relationship with your current boss--could it be improved, or maximized in some way? 
Carlos A Hernandez's comment,
October 23, 2017 12:11 AM
I have seen first hand how no or limited social vice high importance of communication can detour ones performance.
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