How Do You Build Relationships?
The best way to build relationships is to do what you say you are going to do always, follow through on your words with actions, and to hold yourself accountable for your actions. Working together problem solving with the suppliers you are trying to build a relationship with is always a strong way to enhance relationships. Nothing beats sympathy and genuine caring about their struggles and personal fears. People remember when you take the time to personally help them through difficult times or issues. During a crisis if you can help a person solve an urgent problem or issue by going the extra mile you will get their gratitude and trust. Treating others like you want to be treated is the surest way to build relationships. The golden rule works. Use it.
