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The Equation of Human Relationships

 

Are you able to quickly calculate the number of relationships there are in a group of people that all know each other? It's easy. But WHY would such a number, or the question itself, be of interest to you at all..?

             
 
          Relationships are one-on-one. The equation of human relationships is (n² - n)/2. So if you're in a group of 9 people that all know each other, there are (9² - 9)/2 = 36 relationships. Imagine the explosive nature of this equation as the number of people in the group grows. This principle is part of the secret behind the power of a human network. The more people you know, the easier you gain access to whoever or whatever it is you need.
 
Networking makes life easier. Many of the challenges we're faced with on a daily basis can be solved through other people. To illustrate, let's imagine you had one or two people near you with unlimited resources. Would you not turn to them for help every so often? Of course you would. Well, it goes without saying, then, that the more people you know the closer you get to making such a scenario a reality.
             

However, let's consider an even more important aspect of this. The flip side. What if you were that person with unlimited resources? Two questions: 1) Would you not like to be such an individual? ...and 2) do you think people would come to you for help?

It is my experience that if we make building a network our lifestyle, people will increasingly come to us for help and (and this is the secret) present us with opportunities on the way. People presenting you with problems that need solutions are usually bringing you hidden opportunities.

HOW do you build a network? By constantly engaging yourself in three key habits:

  • Be the best at what you do (PASSION)
  • Seek out and build new friends (CONNECTION)
  • Give more than you receive (INTUITION)

...but you have to make it a lifestyle. It's only by practicing Passion, Connection and Intuition daily that you become genuine.

 

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Someone once said to me: "There is no such thing as the perfect sale." I disagree. I very much disagree!

It reminds me of a conversation I had a long time ago. One of my CEO's said to me: "If the customer happily signed the contract then you've done your job. You exceeded your budget - you should be happy." But I wasn't.

On these pages I'll make it my mission to tell you what kind of sale does make me happy. I also invite you to help me get that insight - how selling should be - by telling me what you think.

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