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Monday, May 23, 2011

A Nice Way to Start Your Week

I was reading Tamara Lackey’s book on Children’s Portraits the other day and came across something in the marketing section that I thought was worth sharing. It was geared towards business but I think it’s something that we can all benefit from in our daily lives.

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While I saw this quote in Tamara’s book it actually comes from How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie, which Tamara sings its praises. I’ve add it to the list of a million other books I plan to read this summer. :o)

 

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A few words of wisdom from Dale Carnegie:

Be nice. Avoid being negative. Be genuinely interested in other people. Listen to people when they talk. Don’t just hear them but listen. Engage in conversation that is interesting to others. Avoid arguments or the practice of telling people that they are wrong. Admit when you are. Let people vent; try not to interrupt. Be sincere.

 

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Love that! I try my best to all of these things when I’m interacting with others but sometimes it’s good to be reminded.

4 comments:

  1. Beautiful pictures and what a great reminder on how to live our daily lives. Thanks for sharing!!

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  2. That is excellent advice!!! I need to type it up for myself. ;)

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  3. the bluebonnets are so pretty! we didn't get enough down here in Austin this year b/c of the drought. I missed them!

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  4. Beautiful photos! I also believe you should live each day to the fullest!!

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