How can you maintain positive connections over time?

Consistency is key. Now you may know this already, but there is a difference in how you execute it. Consistency isn’t just about regular check ins, it is also about growth in the relationship you are building. Be aware of their journey, contribute and add value the way you can and if you can. Keep redefining the channel of communication to establish stronger and more viable relationship over time.

Maintaining positive connections over time involves regular communication, active listening, and genuine interest in others. Stay engaged through meaningful conversations, show empathy, and celebrate successes together. Make an effort to understand their evolving needs and be supportive during challenges. Consistency and authenticity in your interactions will help build and sustain positive connections.

In my opinion, you should be in consistent contact with your clients both in person and over the phone. Your clients should know that they can reach you on your cellphone if they need anything. Finding commonalities with your clients will allow you to build strong connections with them. It's important to keep in mind that a business relationship, like any other relationship, should be based on mutual respect. If both parties are not being respectful sometimes it is best to respectfully walk away. In the long run it will not be worth it in my experience.

Your network is your net worth. I love staying connected with my circle(s) both inner and extended by remembering specific things they told me: -- a life event -- a recent trip -- a new job update -- a family adventure The more invested you are in your network's life, it will help maintain a beautiful relationship!

The LinkedIn birthday and job role change notifications can act as a catalyst for you to send a note to someone, but these can sometimes get lost along with all the other people that send congratulatory notes. So I always send a DM rather than a comment on the post. These have a better chance of getting a reply, which can then lead into an exchange. Aside from that, it is really about making sure you make the effort to reach out to a set of people that matter to you, even if its once a year. As you get older (like me!) its surprising how fast a year can pass. I try to have a virtual meeting catch up twice a month, and if I do that once per year that is only 24 people per year!

Give > Take is the key. It sounds simple but it works. The magic happens when the other person has the same mindset going into this.

In addition to the points discussed, let me add that it is important we recognize, respect and show tolerance in our social, religious and cultural diversities in our day to day interactions. This way we can sustain a healthy and lasting connections. Taking people for who they are and not for who you would want them to be.

It's will look so naive but on the contrary, you will get people to give more when you show appreciation in which a slightest positive the have. They will get more confident and try harder to be better in what they do best.

The strength of the eco-system we develop over time can be the difference between success and failure. Investing time in getting to know other businesses owners and sharing your own knowledge and experience to support their growth journey is a beautiful thing. We reap what we sow, which starts with giving before taking.

Be supportive when you're at the top and the bottom. Support them with the very best you can do and it will grow both sides mutually.

Be genuinely interested in the work, accomplishments and goals of others in your environment. Share their projects with others and celebrate their accomplishments. Align with people who are like minded to share perspectives and experiences. Consider a classic read, How to Win Friends & Influence People (Dale Carnegie Books). Simple. Care & it won’t be a task it will be a lifestyle.

Harvest new relationships with your positive attitude every time you meet new people. Be selective to relationships that you are looking for. Get those relationships as your lifegoals pillars.

Show Gratitude: Express gratitude for any support, advice, or collaboration you've received. Gratitude is a powerful connector.

We all understand we are living in a fast paced environment where days and months go by in a blink of an eye. With the amount of people we meet and communicate on daily basis, it’s almost impossible to keep in touch with everyone every day. Personally, I keep birthday reminders - I want to make sure I make them feel special on their birthday. I let them know I am always thinking of them. I make sure I send them holidays texts. A small gesture goes a long way - no matter how busy I am, I always have time to send birthday messages and holidays wishes to all the people I have on my contacts list.

To maintain connections and build a positive relationships over time, effective communication, consistency and genuineness is the key ?? Don’t be a bug and don’t act withdrawn! Share ideas and updates with your connections, celebrate their achievements genuinely, make valuable contributions and appreciate genuinely when you received their ideas, advice or support! No one wants to feel used! Don’t assume, be sure about it, If you’re worried, get clarity, ask questions! Assumptions most times destroys relationships! Emotional intelligence plays vital role in relationships. Finally, respect boundaries ‘cause no one wants to deal with nuisance