I don't think anyone would argue that a natural character trait needed for success in sales is the ability to establish rapport. Dale Carnegie is known for his book How To Win Friends and Influence People . Carnegie believed that most successes comes simply from an ability to communicate effectively rather than having brilliant insights. In his book he shows his readers how to value others and make them feel appreciated rather than manipulated. Carnegie wrote, "You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you."
He wasn't the first writer writer and trainer to teach us that showing genuine interest in others is key in creating and maintaining unity.
Don't think only about your own affairs, but be interested in others, too, and what they are doing. Philipians 2:4
Look familiar?
Paul was speaking to the church in Philippi that had a very diverse composition of members. Because of Jesus' example of humility, Paul encouraged the people of this church to safeguard against any negativity that might lead to dissension. We can apply his teaching today in our homes, our churches, our neighborhoods, and in our business (both internally and externally). I am encouraged to stop, to listen, to be humble, and to truly think of others better than myself so that I may be genuinely interested in the people God has placed in my path.
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