Who Not How
Communication
Be valuable to others
from Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan
How to Apply This
- Do your research.
Before engaging with someone, invest time in understanding their background, values, aspirations, and goals. - Provide meaningful and valuable assistance.
Approach every interaction with the intention of providing something that truly benefits the other person. Focus on how you can contribute to their goals and needs. - Consistently provide value to maintain and cultivate relationships.
To maintain lasting relationships, consistently offer value and support. Continuously ask yourself, "How can I help them?" and actively seek opportunities to be of help. - Learn to be of service.
Cultivate a mindset of helping others selflessly without expecting anything in return. Engage in acts of service such as volunteering for a suicide hotline, supporting political campaigns, contributing to shelters or soup kitchens, or advocating for causes you believe in. - Be kind to people.
Treat everyone you encounter with kindness and respect, recognizing that you may cross paths with them again in the future. Uphold a positive and compassionate approach in your interactions.
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