People Are Interesting & The Power of Trust - Kim Easterle Mattes

The business world has both personal and professional aspects; it’s not binary, it’s both. Being kind in a competitive world is important because you are not just looking for a contact, you are looking to broaden your world. You need to adopt the mindset that every person you encounter is of value and has something of substance to share, whether it’s business-related or everyday life. Today on the podcast we welcome Kim Easterle Mattes. Kim has been a friend for many years and we have had the opportunity to work on multiple transactions together. Kim is a VP at AON Risk Solutions in Detroit, Michigan. In today’s episode, we unpack thoughts on ‘People Are Interesting,’ and ‘The Power of Trust,’ and so much more. Stay tuned for an insightful conversation with Kim and me.

 
Key Points From This Episode:

•  Kim unpacks the statement “The Power of Simply Being Kind in the Competitive World”.
• Examples of how to find value and interest in everyone — People are interesting. 
• Conversational tips for getting to know people at networking events.
• The importance of building relationships before looking for business opportunities. 
• How to maintain friendships and continue to find value in people.
• Team business development versus doing it alone.
• The power of trust as a foundation in teamwork.
• How to build trust in the business development environment. 
• The importance of being vulnerable.
• Constant evolution: Reinventing yourself and how it plays in your career path.

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