Chasing Excellence

#063: 10 Principles of Connection

Episode Summary

We’re covering the ten ways we can all do a better job of connecting with each other - things like seeking first to understand, asking interesting questions, and complimenting without hesitation.

Episode Notes

Show Notes:

01:13 - Overview of the Five Factors

03: 51 - TED Talk on the Harvard study

04:00 - Principle 1: Take responsibility & give credit

04:50 - Principle 2: Recognize that small things are big things

06:15 - Principle 3: Seek to understand

06:57 - Learn more about Brene Brown here

08:21 - Principle 4: Resist the urge to judge & criticize

10:00 - Principle 5: Make them feel important

12:43 - Principle 6: Never gossip, break promises, or one-up

14:42 - Principle 7: Ask interesting questions

16:45 - Principle 8: Listen completely & sincerely

18:07 - Learn more about Chris Voss here

18:58 - Principle 9: Compliment without hesitation

19:54 - Principle 10: Lead with tough love & kind truths


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Chasing Excellence is a show dedicated to dissecting what it means to live a life of excellence, both inside the gym & out. On each episode, we'll deep dive on various aspects of running a CrossFit affiliate, becoming a better coach or athlete, & maximizing your potential.

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