The exchange of knowledge and information is a vital part of healthy relationships. It doesn’t matter if you’re talking about professional, romantic or familiar relationships. Sharing knowledge for the sole purpose of spreading it, without necessarily wanting anything in return, is naturally a mutually beneficial happening. It’s why so many companies are focusing on the transfer of knowledge within teams and when bringing somebody new on board. However, humans aren’t always the most naturally open and giving of creatures.

When you share your knowledge, wisdom and information, you’re helping to increase transparency in your own life and in the lives of those around you. Some people are natural teachers, others natural students, and still others are happy to leave the classroom behind no matter what their role. It’s important to make sharing your knowledge a priority, but when it doesn’t come easy it can be a challenge. Here’s how to optimize your own spreading of the “wealth.” [Read more…]