When you start a project, visualize the result you want. Consider the steps you'll take to get there. Spending time imagining a positive result can help avoid mistakes.

Start at the end 

You can create synergy by listening openly, sharing vulnerably, and listening intently.

Synergize strengths

When negotiating with others, create situations where both parties win.Try to deeply understand the other person and their goals, so that you can offer them real value.

Think win -win

focus most of your energy on the items that are important but not urgent.Those will provide the most long-term development.

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Keep growing, and keep taking care of yourself.Care for your physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health.

Sharpen the saw 

Focus on things you can control and don't worry about things outside your influence

Take control of your destiny

People trust those who listen to them. Build trust with others by listening empathetically so that you can really understand the other person and their situation.Once they feel heard, they will be more open-minded to hearing you.

Seek first to understand then to be understood

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