109. The Only Two Reasons for Communication

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For leaders, communication is a vital tool that can lead the team to either success or failure. The goal of a request for information is always twofold: to get what you need and to build relationships. By understanding how requests work and responding in a way that's helpful and friendly, not just tactical, you'll be able to enjoy communication more and get what you need from others in no time.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Listen and enjoy!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>[00:01 - 10:12] The Only Two Reasons - Interest Vs. Escape</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Communication allows leaders to build strong teams, achieve results, and improve relationships with clients, sales, and others.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Being caught up in your own thoughts makes you absent from the conversation with the other person.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">It is important to be aware of how communication is being used and what effects it has on relationships.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>[10:13 - 12:26]  Get Your Head on the Conversation</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Be mindful of why someone is communicating and how they are communicating.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Be aware of when someone is escaping or investing in communication, as this can affect the effectiveness of the communication.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Communication is important in order to build relationships and make the team better. </span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>[12:27 - 13:14] Closing Segment</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Let’s Connect!</strong> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">You can conne