In order to build quality relationships, you need people to like you. So, make sure you are nice to others at all times. The impressions people have of you are very important for your personal brand. Below are some reasons why you should be nice to people:
1. You will feel good about yourself
2. You will gain the respect of others
3. You will build some long lasting relationships
4. You will grow your network
5. You will get referrals
6. You will improve your personal brand
7. People will want to be in your network
8. People will want to do business with you
9. You will be able to talk to almost anyone
10. You will have a positive attitude
11. You will make people feel good about themselves
What other reasons can you think of?
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Very good point Jason! The volume of communication has increased exponentially over the past decade yet the quality has decreased inversely. You're right - there is no substitute for personal, authentic communication.
Posted by: Jason Nethercott | September 06, 2008 at 05:19 PM
Good point about quality. I agree that for some people, quality has definitely decreased. You need to always provide good "customer service" when interacting with people.
Posted by: Jason Jacobsohn | September 07, 2008 at 06:50 AM
How about, you will build reciprocity. When you help people you condition them to want to help you some day.
Posted by: Maria | Never the Same River Twice | September 11, 2008 at 12:35 PM
Great point Maria. Paying it forward will help come back around.
Posted by: Jason Jacobsohn | September 11, 2008 at 09:14 PM