How do you bring out the best in the people who matter the most to you?
Is it working?
Remember to Spiral in!
Know what their aspirations/goals are; when giving input relate it to their aspirations and goals.
Ask questions to engage their thinking process.
Ask for their point of view.
Acknowledge what is going well.
Develop Power with Grace.
Asking thoughtful questions is one aspect.
The best questions foster understanding, spark innovation, diffuse negative conflict, and build influence –
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I find noticing and commenting on what they are doing well has an exponential impact on bring out more and more of the best they have!
The big question is: Do I bring out the best in ther people I care most about? Once that question is answered, then I ask How?
Good point!