Relationship Building Quotes

“Building relationships is not about transactions—it’s about connections.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, 11 Laws of Likability

“When we come from an authentic, genuine place in ourselves, our efforts to connect with people work to their fullest. Our relationships develop more easily and last longer, and we feel better about the people”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, 11 Laws of Likability

“Genuinely support people in ways you can. If you build great relationships and people get to like you for you, they will eventually promote what you do and would want to do business with you. The bottom line is that people love to do business with those they love and trust. Learn to understand people, your audience, their needs, and their real problem. If you are using a Facebook page or even your own profile, involve your friends in a fruitful discussion. Don’t just make a post and leave to expect likes and comments. Take time to leave a note for a friend, ask about their business and what interests them.”
― Bernard Kelvin Clive

“The depth of your network is more important than its length”
― Bernard Kelvin Clive

“Authenticity is who you are--your honest reactions, your natural energy.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, 11 Laws of Likability

“Authenticity comes from being true to the moment, in the moment.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, The 11 Laws of Likability: Relationship Networking . . . Because People Do Business with People They Like

“Cultivate the connections that you want to have, not the ones you think you should have.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, 11 Laws of Likability

“The emphasis on doing everything together, rather than on the individualistic 'I can do it myself, thank you,' creates strong bonds to family and community. Decisions are made within the group setting.”
― Synnove Mitchell

“This is the Law of Likability: The real you is the best you.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, 11 Laws of Likability

“The relationships that you genuinely care about are the ones that will form the strongest network you can build.”
― Michelle Lederman, 11 Laws of Likability

“A gift from the heart ignites the soul with flames of passion.”
― Martin Uzochukwu Ugwu

“By broadening our perspectives and expanding our creative approaches to situations, we can understand that giving is a never-ending process and benefits us throughout the lengths of our careers.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, CSP

“The best action you can take as a business professional is to treat each client as a valued customer.”
― Germany Kent

“In today's fast-paced world, it is tempting to look for shortcuts. But there are no quick paths to achieving lasting fame or fortune. The only sure way to success is to develop and nurture solid relationships that are grounded in trust.”
― Patrick Galvin, The Trusted Way: A Story About Building a Life and Business of Character

“Negotiation is not a test of strength but a practice in patience and understanding."

"The power of negotiation lies not in persuasion, but in building genuine trust between parties."

"In negotiation, flexibility isn't a weakness; it's the key to finding solutions that work for everyone."

"Every negotiation is a chance to transform conflict into cooperation through open dialogue and creative thinking."

"Successful negotiation begins when both sides are willing to listen more than they speak."

"A good negotiator sees beyond immediate gains, aiming to forge relationships that stand the test of time."

"Negotiation is about finding the balance between what you want and what you are willing to give."

"The best negotiations leave no winners or losers, only partners moving forward together."

"To negotiate well, one must master the art of asking the right questions and understanding the unspoken answers."

"True negotiation is navigating differences to discover common ground where everyone can thrive.”
― Vorng Panha

“Building better relationships isn’t rocket science—it’s more like Wi-Fi. Show up, stay connected, and don’t forget to reboot when things get messy!”
― Sage Everest, Connection Code: Building Deeper Relationships with Everyone