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W O R K W I T H P E O P L E Y O U L I K E

INCREASE DIVERSITY TO
ENJOY YOUR TIME

Most organizations continually evolve; I know the Trump
Organization has. Different types of people come and go. Over-
all, I think it’s good to have a balance of personalities and charac-
ters instead of a bunch of clones who are all basically the same.
Such diversity can bring new, stimulating, and creative ideas to
the business.
In New York City, you have no choice; diversity comes with
the terrain. You may end up working with people who are com-
pletely different than you, or who you don’t understand. They
may have different values, traits, and goals, but you have to get
along. The best part is that you can usually learn from these
people, if you just give them a chance, and the differences can
enrich your life. When you work with others, look beyond the
obvious and how they present themselves. People are not one-
dimensional. Every individual has unique talents that may or may
not be in the job description or listed on a resume.
Most of us put in lots of time at our jobs. We probably
spend more waking hours at work than we do with our families,
so it’s essential to create a pleasant, congenial, and efficient atmo-
sphere. The people who work with me know that while I may be
tough, I’m fair. Although I set the tone, my door is always open,
and they can be confident that when they have something to say,
I’ll listen.

Set the example, and you’ll be a magnet for the right people.
That’s the best way to work with people you like.
—Donald J. Trump

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