Communication for Success

My friend, the author John Maxwell, said, “The whole world with one notable exception (YOU) is made up of other people.” 

That means whether we want to or not we have to get along and connect with other people, especially if you want to be successful. In the business world, this is called Networking. 

Maybe you believe you can do it on your own and be a self-made person. If so, you’re a better person than me.  I needed help to be successful, and I can tell you success is a lot faster if you not only can get along with people, but also give them a reason to want to help you. 

Giving people a reason to want to help you is the most important principle when it comes to communication for success.  

We take the power of communication for granted, but it’s critical for success in life, especially for those of us with a criminal history. 

You see everyone deserves a second chance, but not everyone is ready for a second chance.  That’s why I made the Reentry Success Series and book.

Communication for success can help prove to people that you’re ready for a second chance.  People like potential employers, landlords, family members, even someone you want to date that googled you! 

Good communication isn’t about what you say, it’s about making a connection. 

90% of all communication is non-verbal communication, like the look on our face, our posture, if there’s eye contact, if we’re being warm and inviting or stand-offish. 

Communication is important because our whole world revolves around it.

Here are some tips to help you be a better communicator: 

1. Learn to observe if you are connecting with people. 
2. Don’t expect people to connect with you. Try first to make connections with them. 
3. Repeat back what they said, or ask them to repeat.
4. Leave the prison attitude in the yard. Prison is the opposite of the free world in most ways. 
5. The whole world, with one notable exception, is made up of other people. 
6. To every conversation, you bring two buckets: one of water and one of gasoline. 
7. Treat others how you want to be treated
8. GIVE PEOPLE A REASON TO WANT TO HELP YOU.

Building strong relationships takes time and effort. It’s important to foster genuine connections and prioritize the well-being of others as well. By doing so, you can create a network of support that will be more willing to help you when needed.