Showing Interest In Others

My husband and I have enjoyed several of the restaurants in our area while taking a lunch break. When our kids are in school, it’s a relaxing way for us to stay in touch. Being friendly and chatting over a meal is great for a marriage. It’s also great for all our other relationships.

Today’s goal is: Take a co-worker to lunch. During the meal, focus on developing a personal relationship that will benefit the workplace.

Many companies thrive on teams of people working effectively together on one project. Showing interest in your teammates helps produce a camaraderie that oils that machine and makes it work smoothly.

When you invite someone to share a meal with you, visit with them about their life. It is said that a person who asks about your day is more interesting than someone who talks about themselves all day. When women get together, they might talk about a movie one of them has seen recently. So by the time you’re ready to go back to work, you’ve discussed pets, children, or grandchildren, and you’ve had a satisfying meal.

Good food often brings a smile. And smiles help develop friendships.