1. Acknowledging differences: Recognize and respect that not everyone will have the same communication or working style.
2. Active listening: Show a willingness to understand the other person’s perspective and actively listen to their ideas and concerns.
3. Finding common ground: Focus on shared goals or interests to establish a connection and promote collaboration.
4. Flexibility: Be open to adapting your approach to better align with the other person’s preferences.
5. Building trust: Take the time to build trust through consistent communication, follow-through on commitments, and showing empathy.
6. Conflict resolution skills: Demonstrate your ability to address and resolve conflicts constructively and diplomatically.
7. Seeking feedback: Proactively seek feedback from the team member to improve your working relationship and address any issues.
8. Maintaining professionalism: Always conduct yourself with professionalism and treat team members with respect, regardless of differences.