Understanding Business Relationships Through a Behavioral Lens: Part 1 – The Human Factor
Michael Berube, M.ED.
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By Michael Berube, M.Ed.
Over the course of my career, I’ve realized that success in business relationships is rarely about market trends or competitive strategies alone. Instead, it often comes down to understanding one key element: human behavior.
My foundation in educational psychology, bolstered by a Master’s degree focused on human behavior and learning patterns, has given me a unique perspective on why some relationships thrive while others falter. Add to those years of professional experience across industries, and one truth becomes clear: business is, at its core, about people.
The Behavioral Foundation of Business Relationships
Strip away the jargon, market reports, and industry forecasts, and you’ll find that at the heart of every business relationship are human decisions. These decisions are shaped by:
Navigating the Digital Age
The shift to a digital-first business world adds layers of complexity to human behavior. In this environment, understanding behavior becomes both more challenging and more critical.
The Takeaway
At its essence, business is about people making decisions—complex, behavior-driven, human decisions. If we can understand the behavioral patterns at play, we can build stronger, more lasting professional connections.
In Part 2, I’ll dive into how you can apply these insights to strengthen your business relationships in the modern, digital-first world.
Let’s connect to explore how behavioral insights can benefit your organization. I’d be thrilled to share more about my approach and discuss how we might work together to drive meaningful results.
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