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009 - The Challenge of Giving Quality Support
Typical, mainstream approaches
to being supportive don’t work, and are often counterproductive. So
what can you do?
In this podcast I talk about what
is mistakenly identified as being supportive, why it’s not so, what
are the principles behind proper support, and what are some
practical approaches one can take.
Principles discussed:
trade-based.
relationship.
support and advice can only be given with a strong understanding of
the other person’s aims and history.
can only offer advice on things that they’ve already achieved, or
at least seriously worked towards.
cost.
ultimate choice is theirs - you shouldn’t be on a quest to change
or save someone.
Practical tips:
support.
curious. “Tell me more!” is often the best default
position.
semi-automatic.
advice only if solicited
self-leadership by not giving answers, but by asking questions -
non-leading questions.
honest of your level of understanding - reflect your authority
accurately.
Like on Facebook!:
www.facebook.com/valiantgrowth
Website: www.valiantgrowth.com
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By Philip Frey - Psychology, Productivity, Personal Finance, Financial Indepen
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Typical, mainstream approaches
to being supportive don’t work, and are often counterproductive. So
what can you do?
In this podcast I talk about what
is mistakenly identified as being supportive, why it’s not so, what
are the principles behind proper support, and what are some
practical approaches one can take.
Principles discussed:
trade-based.
relationship.
support and advice can only be given with a strong understanding of
the other person’s aims and history.
can only offer advice on things that they’ve already achieved, or
at least seriously worked towards.
cost.
ultimate choice is theirs - you shouldn’t be on a quest to change
or save someone.
Practical tips:
support.
curious. “Tell me more!” is often the best default
position.
semi-automatic.
advice only if solicited
self-leadership by not giving answers, but by asking questions -
non-leading questions.
honest of your level of understanding - reflect your authority
accurately.
Like on Facebook!:
www.facebook.com/valiantgrowth
Website: www.valiantgrowth.com