#14 / What does relationship at work mean to you?
Hello my friend! ??
Let me ask a question that relevant to every professional:?what does relationship at work mean to you?
Previously, I thought that work relationships revolved around how well you know your colleagues, including your willingness to socialize with them, knowledge about their lunch preferences, among other things. However, I now realize that this perception was far off the mark.
Does personality matter? Undoubtedly. But is it critical for executing work tasks, especially when it comes to understanding who is responsible for what, whom you can ask for support, and who is an expert in a particular field that can provide you with informed opinions? Perhaps not.
Work relationships, therefore, revolve around these aspects. It’s about?knowing your colleagues' professional personas?at the workplace,?understanding the tasks you can count on them?to perform, and?how you can offer support to them or vice versa.
I recall reading a case study by Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates, where he introduced a “Pokemon card”(he called it baseball card, which I don’t play) system for peers at work. Everyone would have a card outlining their specialties, strengths, weaknesses, and more. By consulting these cards, you could better understand their professional abilities.
Then the question becomes:?how could I improve my work relationship?
I don’t know the answer as I’m exploring myself. And perhaps, bringing an honest, open, and proactive attitude could make a significant difference. Leaning in a bit and reaching out more often could help to overcome any lack of experience or other weaknesses one might have in managing work relationships.
Here’re a few things I’d like to share with you today ??
Have a great one and see you soon!
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Why I don’t like LinkedIn Carousel
I know the carousel on LinkedIn performs much better for reaching out to new people. As a designer, making carousels is not even a thing for me. And I want to reach out to more followers on LinkedIn.
But I decided not to do it.
Here’s why:
So, I choose not to use a carousel to share my thoughts and posts here. That’s a reminder for myself to focus on the value my content can add to the community, not the other way around.
By the way, I don’t have time for that either ??
Things I’ve learned from reading 38 books in 2022
I’ve read 38 books so far in last year! Reading is a valuable activity that can broaden our knowledge, improve our writing skills, and even reduce stress.
One thing that I’ve learned from reading is that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to reading. Some people prefer to read physical books, while others prefer e-books or audiobooks. Some people like to read one book at a time, while others prefer to have multiple books going at once. The important thing is to find a reading method that works for you.
Another thing I’ve learned is that it’s important to read a variety of books. Reading books from different genres, authors, and time periods can expose us to new ideas and perspectives. This can help us to become more well-rounded and empathetic individuals.
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If you’re looking to read more books in 2023, here are a few suggestions:
? Set a goal for yourself. It could be a certain number of books, a certain number of pages, or a certain amount of time spent reading each day or week. Having a specific goal can help you stay motivated and track your progress.
? Join a book club. Reading with others can be a great way to stay accountable and discuss the books you’re reading. It can also introduce you to books you might not have discovered on your own.
? Use your local library. Libraries are a fantastic resource for readers. They often have a wide selection of books, as well as e-books, audiobooks, and other resources. Plus, borrowing books from the library is free!
? Take advantage of technology. There are many apps and websites that can help you discover new books, keep track of what you’ve read, and even read along with you. Some of these apps even offer personalized recommendations based on your reading preferences.
Overall, the key to reading more books is to find what works for you and make reading a regular part of your routine. Happy reading!
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