So, I'll be 25 this Saturday. I've gone through a huge evolution in thought regarding careers, passions, the concept of "work" and life direction in the past 10 years.
Too often we just "hear" somebody, barely able to contain our interjection, grateful when we can finally say the line we've been planning to blurt out. Stop that -- listen and respond to what's actually being said. Interact in real time.
Inevitably, all parents make permanent impressions on their kids. Not all of those impressions will be good. The problem with impressions is that they have to be overcome later in life.
People can feel benevolence. People will bond with that. That bond will lead to an enhanced relationship and ultimately, much higher conversions from prospect to customer. It's the ultimate win-win.