360 Degree Understanding

We have all heard of the 360 degree survey or evaluation in hopes of getting some feedback that will allow you to become better in our position. In my view of this process I want to take the proactive approach by applying a 360 degree understanding of the people around us, meaning we need to understand the position of the person above, below, behind and in front of us. By putting ourselves in their position we can listen better and have a better understanding of their needs allowing for better support, coaching or providing the necessary direction needed for the challenge. This method can be applied in both business and family scenarios. Imagine the impact you could have, if you could anticipate the needs of the people around you. Many examples can be seen when this method was applied, probably some of the best examples of this was the internet, Facebook, the IPod. These were products and services that changed the way we do business and the way we communicate. There are still new opportunities around us and each of us need to apply this method in our own business and family. This could have tremendous results in sales, business improvements, supplier and customer relationships etc… the list of possibilities is endless.