151 Quick Ideas to Improve Your People Skills In fact, most people throughout the world are more alike than different, regardless of geography, culture, or ethnicity. But we tend to focus on what's different, and that's where most of our difficulties with people start. So, think about what you and your nemesis have in common. Are you both passionate about your company? Do you each have a strong work ethic? Are you both bright? Are these traits about yourself that you respect? Then couldn't you also respect them about the other person, and use them as a launching pad for a better relationship? Epilogue What do we have in common? That's the first question you should ask yourself when you experience a difficult rela- tionship with someone.