A genius is someone who sees what others do not see, and then uses what they see to solve a problem, invent something new, or use their remarkable insight and extraordinary capacity to usher change in the world around them. So, what implications does that have to becoming what I call a "relational genius?"
Relational geniuses have discovered how to recognize the dynamics in relationships that remain invisible to others. As a result, they use their abilities to navigate the challenges that come with the relational complexities of their life. When they get "stuck" in conflict, or a difficult relationship at work, or even if they are simply trying to crack the code in their effort to persuade and influence someone else, relational geniuses "invent" a new way to approach people. As a result, their acquired insight and wisdom informs the way they handle challenging relational situations, thus establishing credibility and an expanding capacity to influence others.
Relational geniuses don't neglect critical relational dynamics like seeking to hear the undercurrent of conversations, noticing a person's tone and knowing how to change and adapt to it, and embracing the importance of knowing and hearing the core of the conversation (which we often overlook or don't address head on).
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- Steve Saccone
- Los Angeles, CA, United States
- Steve is a leadership catalyst, writer, and creativity consultant. He works with Mosaic, a spiritual community in Los Angeles who strives to empower creativity of the human spirit, as well as cultivate relational and spiritual health. Steve also works as a Field Advisor for the Gallup Organization, serves as Director of Protege, a 2-year Global Leadership Program, and is an Adjunct Professor and guest lecturer for numerous universities.