There’s an old country song that says, “You done stomped on my heart, and you mashed that sucker flat.” Got anybody in your life like that? It’s usually somebody you trusted. You’ve had a long relationship with them, and considered them to be a friend. You’ve enjoyed their company, and you’ve shared life together. It […]
communication
The Single Best Way to Build a Relationship
The doctor says, “What can I do for you?” “I have a really sore throat,” you reply. “I’m sorry to hear that. OK, I’m going to prescribe a cast for your arm.” You say, “But my arm is fine. My throat is the problem.” The doctor says, “Yeah, but I’m really good at casts. It’s […]
Which is Better: Phone or Email?
I bet you already have an opinion on this, right? I’ve heard both sides: “I’m a phone person. Email takes too much time, because I can talk faster than I can type. In a live conversation, we work through the issue and we’re done. If you email me, I’m just going to pick up the […]