The Golden Rule of Friendship

Motivational Power Quote


The Golden Rule of Friendship

“The golden rule of friendship
is to listen to others
as you would have
them listen to you.”
David Augsburger


As I see it. . . . . . . .
The golden rule of friendship applies to every aspect of our life.

When you meet someone give them your undivided attention for the first thirty seconds. During your conversation listen to them, give them your full attention, acknowledge what they’re saying and show genuine interest in them.

When you’re listening, make them feel that they are the most important person in the world.

The person that’s a proactive listener earns the reputation of being a brilliant conversationalist who others will seek out for advice and counsel.

Listen to others as we would like them to listen to us.

Actively listening to others is a sign of respect. As we listen to others we build rapport and that rapport builds trust and confidence.

As we listen to others, others will listen to us.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author