How to build deeper, more robust relationships | Carole Robin (Stanford GSB professor, “Touchy Feely”)
We too often think that deep conversations have to be painful or vulnerable conversations. I try to compensate for that by asking questions about the positive sides of life: “Tell me about a time you adapted to change.” “What’s working really well in your life?” “What are you most self-confident about?” “Which of your five senses is strongest?”
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The most meaningful relationships are achieved when you and others can speak openly to each other about everything that’s important, learn together, and understand the need to hold each other accountable to be as excellent as you can be. When you have such relationships with those you work with, you pull each other through challenging times; at the... See more
Ray Dalio • Principles: Life and Work
How to Work with (Almost) Anyone: Five Questions for Building the Best Possible Relationships
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