Show respect.
Respect them by writing truthful, clear, relevant messages.
Respect them by asking them to clarify what they mean and what they need rather than jumping to conclusions.
Respect them by thinking about the situation from their perspective instead of your own.
Respect them by engaging them in conversation rather than telling them what you think is best for them.
Respect them by eliminating details and data, regardless of how interesting they might be to you, if it doesn’t matter to them
Respect them by remembering that all adults – regardless of gender or age – want to be treated like adults.
Respect them by focusing on the present not the past.
Respect them by being present.
Respect them by taking the time to reread emails to see if you’ve said what you intended to, and if you’ve made it easy for them to understand and act.
Respect them by lightening up, relaxing and making it fun, interesting, entertaining, memorable.
Respect them by being authentic and ethical.
Respect them by speaking your truth lovingly and respectfully.
Respect them by helping them feel safe and smart.
Respect them by giving them reasons for deadlines or for anything.
Respect them by saying what you mean, meaning what you say, and saying it right the first time.
Respect them by stepping back and helping them save face.
Respect them by listening for points you can agree with.
Respect them by giving out what you want back.
It’s karma, baby.
