Quotes about Understanding
Treat them as if they are important; they will respond according to the way that you perceive them.
— John Maxwell
The least important word: I (gets the least amount done) The most important word: We (gets the most amount done)—relationships The two most important words: Thank you—appreciation The three most important words: All is forgiven—forgiveness The four most important words: What is your opinion?—listening The five most important words: You did a good job—encouragement The six most important words: I want to know you better—understanding
— John Maxwell
Being heard is so close to being loved, that for the average person, they are almost indistinguishable.
— John Maxwell
Look at your own quirks, idiosyncrasies, and oddities as a reminder to be more patient with others.
— John Maxwell
When you want to convert someone to your view, you go over to where he is standing, take him by the hand (mentally speaking), and guide him. You don't stand across the room and shout at him; you don't call him a dummy; you don't order him to come over to where you are. You start where he is, and work from that position. That's the only way to get him to budge.
— John Maxwell
When they find someone who can communicate something of value to them, they will usually listen.
— John Maxwell
That's what connectors do. They tell you about yourself.
— John Maxwell
Have you ever had to communicate someone else's vision? It's very difficult to do, isn't it?
— John Maxwell
KEY CONCEPT: Connecting begins when the other person feels valued.
— John Maxwell
The number-one reason most people lose arguments is not because they're wrong; it's because they don't know when to quit.
— John Maxwell
In general, there are no bad audiences; only bad speakers.
— John Maxwell
The measure of a great teacher isn't what he or she knows; it's what the students know.
— John Maxwell