10 Commandments of Human Relations
Every now and then it doesn’t hurt to be reminded of those simple gestures that can change a relationship, bring hope and healing and make a difference. I came across this posting in a local Atlanta publication: Gary Hill Business Directory – and thought it worth the time to send out a gentle reminder.
10 Commandments of Human Relations –
Compliments of the Historical News
- Speak to people. There is nothing so nice as a cheerful word of greeting.
- Smile at people. It takes 72 muscles to frown – only 14 to smile.
- Call people by name. the sweetest music to anyone’s ears is the sound of his or her own name.
- Be friendly and helpful. If you want friends, be friendly.
- Be cordial. Speak and act as if everything you do is a genuine pleasure.
- Be genuinely interested in people. You can like anybody if you try.
- Be generous with praise and cautious with criticism.
- Be considerate with the feelings of others. It will be appreciated.
- Be thoughtful of the opinions of others. There are three sides to the controversy – yours, the other person’s and the right one.
Be alert to give service. What counts most in life is what we do for others
