7 Principles to Win People's Cooperation
Monday, September 06, 2010
Chris Witt believes that real leaders don't do powerpoint, and that influencing your followers is far more powerful than using authority. He outlines 7 principles to persuade others to cooperate with you, and do what you want them to do. These points are useful reminders in winning over people.
They cover making them feel understood, listening to them and not arguing. A key part of building rapport is also finding common ground with the person, which is another point that Chris makes. He says you also need to care about the person you want to influence and show them that change is possible. Timing of your request is crucial too, so finding moments of influence is key to getting your outcome.
Read the full article here.
Labels: Chris Witt, influence, leader
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10 Nonverbal Communication Tips
Non verbal communication is a huge part of getting your message across, or understanding what another person is trying to tell you. This article summarises the top 10 nonverbal communication points that you need to keep in mind, when wanting to improve your communication. The key points are:
- Pay Attention to Nonverbal Signals
- Look for Incongruent Behaviors
- Concentrate on Your Tone of Voice When Speaking
- Use Good Eye Contact
- Ask Questions About Nonverbal Signals
- Use Signals to Make Communication More Effective and Meaningful
- Look at Signals as a Group
- Consider the Context
- Be Aware That Signals Can be Misread
- Practice, Practice, Practice
Labels: nonverbal communication
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