1. We’re Going To be Friends
Building and Maintaining Relationships

2. Relationship
A relationship involves social associations, connections or affiliations between two or more people. Such persons may interact overtly, covertly, face-to-face; or may remain effectively unknown to each other.

3. Actions and Skills to build and Maintain Relationships
Communicating Well – verbal and nonverbal communication
Actively Listening – give feedback and listen when others are speaking
Avoid Gossip and Put-Downs
Give Credit and Show Appreciation – acknowledge the effort and achievements of others
Offering Help

4. Actions and skills to maintain and build relationships
Sharing Appropriate Jokes – jokes are fun and not said to offend others
Showing Genuine Interest – liking the person as that person
Having Respect – showing consideration for others
Being Trustworthy and Dependable
Having Empathy – understanding the other person’s feelings
Having a Positive Attitude

5. Types of Relationships
Professional
Social
Personal
Associated with people who are professionals such as doctors, lawyers and dentists.
Related to people who are kept at a distance and you would normally just acknowledge like the bus driver or mail man.
People that have a close relationship with such as your parents and friends.

6. Group Activity
Attribute
Professional
Social
Personal
Expectation