Every relationship whether peer based or hierarchical must have time to develop and grow. A new relationship is a fragile entity, however hot it may seem on the surface. Often, we may jump in too quickly and focus on the initial physical attraction rather than the core of what is needed to maintain a long term authority exchange relationship. In this class, we will examine relationship developmental stages, what is needed to plan for long term, and relationship development skills specific to authority exchange relationships such as protocols, engagement, trust, care, loyalty, understanding, respect for each other and communication. We will discuss the pitfalls of becoming intimate too quickly in addition to the benefits of taking the time for discovery, development, trust, and nurturing.