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		<dc:creator>Katie Russell</dc:creator>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p>#98 Seek Individual Ideas and Opinions When possible, ask for the ideas and opinions of your direct reports, especially on actions you expect them to implement or believe they want to have a voice in deciding. This behavior reflects humility and wisdom. This is the ninety-eighth post in our series entitled “100 Ways to Connect.” [&#8230;]</p>
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<h3>#98 Seek Individual Ideas and Opinions</h3>
<p>When possible, ask for the ideas and opinions of your direct reports, especially on actions you expect them to implement or believe they want to have a voice in deciding. This behavior reflects humility and wisdom.</p>
<p><em>This is the ninety-eighth post in our series entitled “100 Ways to Connect.” The series highlights language, attitudes and behaviors that help you connect with others. Although the language, attitudes and behaviors focus on application in the workplace, you will see that they also apply to your relationships at home and in the community.</em></p>
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