World-renowned leadership expert John C. Maxwell says if you want to succeed, you must learn how to connect with people. And while it may seem like some folks are just born with it, the fact is anyone can learn how to make every communication an opportunity for a powerful connection.

 

In Everyone Communicates, Few Connect, Maxwell shares the Five Principles and Five Practices to develop the crucial skill of connecting, including:

1. Finding Common Ground

2. Keeping Your Communication Simple

3. Capturing People’s Interest

4. Inspiring People

5. Staying Authentic in all Your Relationships

 

If you can connect with others—one-on-one, in groups, and with an audience—your sense of community improves, your ability to create teamwork increases, and your influence skyrockets. People who connect with others have better relationships, experience less conflict, and get more things done than those who cannot connect.

 

Leaders who have learned the art of connection with the Everyone Communicates Few Connect Mastermind Group are able to communicate their ideas persuasively, establishing buy-in and attracting followers.