Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Outstandupping

Sometimes someone will make an appointment with me, I'll show up at the meeting place, and they won't.

It's a little irritating perhaps, yes.

But, it's also a helpful learning moment.

How does the person respond later? Apologetically or with excuses?

Is this the first time it's happened?

If I respond with patience rather than frustration, it builds character - character that the other person sees and might return gratefully. Or not. Either way, I learn a great deal about this person and the prospects for a lasting relationship with him.


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