February 14, 2008
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The Lifetime Consultant
I just had a lunch with a client today. I realized though, that instead of talking mostly about work, the conversation involved more of her problems in life. This is also quite consistent across my relationship with a few of my other close clients. Of course, as a supportive person, I tried to give her advice but it definitely made me realize that more often than not, as someone who works on accounts with people, they want to talk about their personal problems with you. Is this rare or sound similar to you?
Valentine’s day today… happy valentine’s. It’s been a while since I spent it with a significant other. Everyone seems to blast this special day. I agree that it’s become over commercialized, and that people should celebrate their love for loved ones every day, but what’s wrong with a special day? Besides, it gives a small break to the daily routine.
Comments (3)
Happy CNY and Happy Valentine’s! Good to see that you’re still writing…
I also find that clients seem to like talking about their personal life… but usually only in less formal settings like a lunch meeting
i try to avoid talking about personal issues with girls because things may go wrong sometimes. you listen too much, they may get wrong ideas.
i have professional relationship with my clients and almost everything we talk about is purely work. some may brag about past achievements, etc… nothing much about personal life… so it can gets kinda boring!
if i was in shanghai, i would spend it with you