Results & Relationships

Notion.AI did this automatically from my notes for for this year. +in the audio I share some of my own thoughts reading this myself. **1. Embrace Empathy as Your Foundation** Recognize that almost everything demands practical empathy - understanding that others don't see what you see, want what you want, or know what you know.  This acceptance is crucial for meaningful connections. **2. Play the Infinite Game** Approach relationships as infinite games rather than finite ones. Focus on sustaining and growing connections rather than "winning" individual interactions. **3. Understand System Dynamics** Recognize that relationships exist within larger systems. Consider how networks, communities, and environments influence your connections with others. **4. Create Value Before Expecting Returns** Build relationships by first considering what you can contribute to others' success rather than what you can get from them. **5. Acknowledge Time as a Critical Factor** Remember that relationships evolve over time. Today's interaction is not the same as tomorrow's - build with patience and long-term perspective. **6. Develop Strategic Flexibility** Be prepared to adapt your approach as relationships evolve. What works in one context or time might not work in another. **7. Focus on Mutual Enrollment** Look for ways to align interests and create shared goals, making sure both parties are invested in the relationship's success. **8. Build Resilient Connections** Accept that relationships will face challenges. Design your approach to weather uncertainties and changes rather than expecting perfect conditions. **9. Maintain Authentic Communication** Be clear about your intentions and expectations, but remember that authenticity doesn't mean sharing everything - it means being truthful about what you do share. **10. Create Conditions for Growth** Instead of trying to control relationships, focus on creating conditions where positive connections can naturally develop and flourish. Remember, these recommendations aren't about manipulating relationships but about creating genuine, sustainable connections that benefit all parties involved.  The most successful relationships and results are those where all parties grow together over time.

This episode has been rerecorded. Thanks for the feedback on the glitchy cable noise in this episode. I didn't hear it, but I'm not an audio pro like some of our listeners.

A slight shift of just a few percent recurringly in how you prioritize and thus allocate your time, focus, energy, and effort will make a big difference in your relationships. Thus, it will significantly lift those you keep showing up for (and with)