“Those old adages - you attract more with honey; do unto others - are true. You can get attention by being acerbic or mean or making a bizarre comment. But by being nice, being empathetic, building relationships and listening, people begin to recognize that you're thoughtful and respectful of their position.” PeopleMeanAttentionNicePositionBuildingListeningThoughtfulCommentHoneyBeing NiceBizarreRespectfulAdagesTrue YouEmpatheticDo Unto OthersBuilding Relationships Author:Shelley Moore Capito
“The most influential person in the room isn't the one who is being a bully, talking loudly, and imposing him- or herself on others. Surrendered people understand that true power comes from being respectful and listening.” PeoplePersonsRoomsTalkingListeningBullyInfluentialRespectfulImposingBe RespectfulTrue PowerInfluential Person Author:Judith Orloff
“Here are a few ways to face a habit and say "no" to it: Go outside your fixed routine; turn off the computer and the television; find a new outlet for your down time; talk to someone who holds a viewpoint contrary to yours and pay respectful attention, really listening.” WayFacesTurnsPayAttentionTelevisionListeningHabitComputerContraryFixedRoutineOutletsRespectfulViewpointsTurn OffDown Time Author:Deepak Chopra
“The most influential person in the room isn't the one who is being a bully, talking loudly, and imposing him- or herself on others. Surrendered people understand that true power comes from being respectful and listening. Surrendered people know themselves and are empathetic toward others. They don't measure themselves by how much they are liked, nor do they compete for attention. When they sit quietly in a room, others always seem to come to them.” PeopleAttentionListeningBullyInfluentialRespectfulEmpatheticBe Respectful Author:Judith Orloff