Dolly Parton once said, “Find the good in everybody,” and while you might think this sounds like feel-good advice better suited for a greeting card than business situations, I’m here to tell you that this philosophy can transform how you approach business relationships, negotiations, and even litigation. Through practicing law, I’ve learned that the most successful entrepreneurs and executives aren’t those who view every interaction as a zero-sum game, but rather those who understand that finding common ground and recognizing the humanity in others creates lasting value that extends far beyond any single transaction or interaction.
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