216: Connecting on Their Level

Podcast Show Notes – Episode 216 | 02.18.2025 Episode Title: Sean Barnes on Connecting on Their Level     Episode summary introduction: Sean Barnes delves into the challenge of connecting with others and building relationships in the business world. He shares an insightful story of successfully connecting with a brilliant engineer by leveraging shared interests. Through this experience, Sean illustrates the importance of building trust through personal connections and engaging in technical discussions. The episode emphasizes the value of finding common ground and establishing meaningful relationships to foster trust and collaboration in professional settings.   Key Moments 0:00 – The challenge of connecting with others and building relationships in business 1:16 – Successfully connecting with a brilliant engineer using shared interests 3:24 – Building trust through personal connections and technical discussions   Key Takeaways Building genuine connections with colleagues can facilitate smoother project integrations and foster mutual respect. Finding common ground, even in areas outside of work, can significantly strengthen professional relationships. Taking the time to understand and appreciate your colleagues' passions can lead to a more collaborative and trusting work environment.   Host: Sean Barnes Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/ https://www.seanbarnes.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/ YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com Twitter: https://x.com/the_seanbarnes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15