Warm first impression
Today, make a conscious effort to smile at every person you interact with—colleagues, family, strangers. Notice how it changes their response and your mood.
Personal connection tool
Write down the names of 5 people you interact with regularly but don't address by name. Use their name naturally in your next conversation with each.
Ask, don't tell
In your next three conversations, ask at least two open-ended questions about the other person's interests or experiences before sharing your own.
Make them feel heard
For the rest of today, when someone speaks, avoid interrupting. Instead, repeat back one key point they said before replying.
Give sincere appreciation
Identify one colleague or family member and send them a short message of specific appreciation today (e.g., "I really valued how you handled X yesterday").
Disarm with honesty
When you catch yourself making even a small mistake today (e.g., forgetting something), acknowledge it openly within 5 minutes instead of justifying it.
Correct with care
Replace one piece of criticism today with a question or suggestion. For example, instead of "You're wrong," try "What if we looked at it this way?"
Make them feel valued
In your next team discussion, ask one quieter person for their opinion and note down their contribution visibly (whiteboard, notes, etc.).
Empower through choice
Next time you need help, frame it as a choice: "Would you prefer to handle X or Y?" This gives the other person a sense of control and partnership.