Explicit Need and Implicit Need

Explicit Need and Implicit Need

Fulfilling both explicit and implicit needs strengthens a relationship. While explicit needs are individuals' clear and direct requests or expectations, implicit needs often go unspoken. They can play a crucial role in the dynamics of any relationship.

For instance, we frequently encounter situations where one person feels slighted because the other did not take the time to express gratitude for a favor or did not acknowledge the effort invested in helping them. Comments like, “I wish they would have at least said thank you,” highlight the presence of these unspoken expectations. Such responses reveal that implicit needs—like the desire for appreciation and recognition—have been overlooked and unmet.

Addressing implicit needs is as important as fulfilling explicit ones in both sales and personal relationships. In a sales context, if a salesperson only focuses on delivering the product but neglects to build a genuine relationship with the client, they may fail to close the sale effectively. Similarly, in personal relationships, if individuals do not recognize and validate each other's contributions and feelings, it can lead to disconnection and resentment.

To cultivate healthy relationships—whether professional or personal—it is essential to be attentive to explicit requests and the deeper, unarticulated needs underpinning them. Meeting these needs creates a foundation of respect, appreciation, and trust, fostering a more profound and lasting bond.

M.L. Narendra Kumar

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