Simple People Skills That... | The Art Of People: 11

Use tools like the Enneagram assessment to recognize your own motivations and those of the people around you.

Use "tell-me-more" questions to let others talk about themselves, which builds immediate rapport. The Art of People: 11 Simple People Skills That...

Instead of arguing, focus on finding common ground and responding in ways that show you are on the same page. Use tools like the Enneagram assessment to recognize

Become someone others respect and trust by being authentic and transparent in your dealings. The Art of People: 11 Simple People Skills That...

Pay attention to body language and nonverbal cues to understand what people aren't saying out loud.

Differentiate between "fixable" punctures and "unfixable" blowouts in relationships to know where to invest your energy.