Genuine Interest.

Dear Friends.
Today I came upon an article that echoes my sentiments perfectly. I just wish I had said it all first.  I am copying this  (including the photo) from a newsletter I received from TriDelta Financial.  See if the message resonates with you too.  I would love some feedback.   For sure, I will listen!     (I would like to think that this, above all, is the extra something that I provide my clients that not all photographers do.    The sympathetic ear, the friendly helpfulness, the genuine caring, the extra time,  an attitude that is not strictly and heartlessly all-business,-- cookie cutter  sessions.
Read on;

"In this fast paced and multi-task world is anyone really listening anymore? With the bombardment of electronic media – it is becoming increasingly rare to find what I call Genuine Interest. When last did you just sit back without the TV on, no cell phone buzzing or music and just

focus on the person with you? This is one way to nurture relationships by really listening and not be distracted by other stuff. If we truly care about others, we should take notice, develop and display 'genuine interest' towards them. There is a big difference between simply listening to people and listening with deep interest. To show you really care it is important to really listen. Think how good you felt when friends showed a real interest in you and what you've been up to. They look you in the eye, ask questions and really connect. How often do we do this to others?" I'd like to think that I do!   Hope you do too. The above applies to photoshoots too.  A successful photography session is one in which the client feels comfortable and relaxed, - photographer and client are genuinely in sync. Only then, can the photographer achieve her aim of capturing the true personality of her client.