Skills · by @tonyjeary

Favors in Advance

A relationship-building strategy that flips conventional networking on its head. Instead of waiting for opportunities to reciprocate, you proactively invest in others' success before asking for anything in return—creating a powerful relational bank account that compounds over time and positions you as someone others want to help succeed.

Expected outcome: Focus on doing more than expected

What this skill walks you through

  1. Overview
  2. Core Concept
  3. The Relationship Bank Account Metaphor
  4. Deposits: Actions that help others, provide value, exceed expectations, and demonstrate care
  5. Withdrawals: Asking for help, making requests, needing support
  6. Balance: The sum of deposits minus withdrawals determines the strength and resilience of the relationship
  7. The Foundational Philosophy
  8. How to Apply Favors in Advance

Sourced from Strategic 21 by Tony Jeary.

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