Product description
The book "Human Relations and Worldly Affairs" focuses on the wisdom of Chinese people, especially in social communication and handling interpersonal relationships. It provides many practical skills and methods. Chinese society has a long cultural tradition. In interpersonal communication, it pays attention to unique cultural factors such as etiquette, face, and relationships. Therefore, mastering Chinese human relations and worldly affairs is crucial to personal success and happiness. The following is a refinement and summary of the core content of this book to help you better understand the art of Chinese human relations and worldly affairs.
1. The core principles of Chinese human relations and worldly affairs
Face is a very important concept in Chinese culture, involving personal dignity and social status. In social occasions, giving others face is a sign of respect. On the contrary, publicly embarrassing others may damage relationships.
Tips: When criticizing or pointing out others' mistakes, try to be tactful and implicit to avoid embarrassing the other party in public.
Network of relationships (relationship studies):
Relationships are very important in Chinese society. Many times, the success or failure of things depends on your connections and network of relationships. By establishing and maintaining good relationships, many problems can be solved more smoothly.
Skills: In social situations, you should take the initiative to make new friends, keep in touch with old friends, and help each other when needed.
Chinese people pay attention to reciprocity, which is an important way to maintain social relationships. Giving gifts, helping, and treating are all ways to express your feelings, but you should also pay attention to the degree and occasion.
Skills: When giving gifts or helping, you should consider the needs and feelings of the other party and do not make the other party feel burdened or stressed.
2. The art and skills of speaking and communicating
Observing words and colors:
Chinese communication emphasizes observing words and colors, that is, observing the other party's expression, tone and body language to understand their true thoughts and emotions.
Skills: In the conversation, you should always pay attention to the other party's reaction and adjust your words and attitude in time to ensure smooth communication.
Direct expression may sometimes appear impolite or too blunt. When making opinions or suggestions, try to be euphemistic and implicit, leaving room for the other party.
Skills: Use words such as "maybe", "perhaps", "I think" to make the expression softer. For example, change "you are wrong" to "I think there may be other angles to consider."
Empathy is an important skill to establish good interpersonal relationships. In communication, we must learn to think about problems from the other person's perspective and understand the other person's needs and feelings.
Skills: In the conversation, you can try to use sentences like "If I were you, I might..." to express your understanding and support.
Honesty is the foundation of dealing with people. You must do what you promised to others, otherwise you will lose others' trust.
Skills: Think carefully before making a promise to ensure that you have the ability to fulfill it. If you encounter special circumstances and cannot fulfill it, you must also explain and apologize to the other party in time.
3. Skills in dealing with people
Modesty is a virtue, but it should also be moderate. Excessive humility may be regarded as hypocrisy or lack of self-confidence.
Skills: When introducing yourself or expressing your achievements, you can use words such as "good luck" and "everyone helped" to show a humble attitude.
In interpersonal communication, you should know how to keep a proper distance, not too close or too distant, so as to maintain a long-term relationship.
Skills: According to different relationships and occasions, adjust your words and deeds, and maintain appropriate politeness and friendliness.
When others encounter difficulties or are depressed, you should take the initiative to give care and support, showing your understanding and tolerance.
Skills: You can show your understanding by listening, comforting, and providing practical help.
4. The wisdom of social communication
Connections are an important resource for social communication. You should take the initiative to make new friends and expand your social circle.
Skills: Participate in social activities, industry conferences, friends' gatherings, etc., actively communicate with others, and establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
Listening is an important part of communication. By listening, you can better understand the needs and feelings of the other party, so as to make a more appropriate response.
Skills: In the conversation, you should focus on the other party's words, do not interrupt or interrupt, and give feedback and responses in time.