Would you like to be noticed and valued? Well, there are three difinite attributes you will need to develope to become the most noticed and valued business or person. If we were to drill down even further these attributes will contribute to your success as they relate to family, friends, or organizations you may belong.
First is Loyalty and is know to be foundational in any relationship, be it business or personal. According to Webster’s online dictionary, loyalty means to form a strong alliance and to have a strong feeling of support. It is also defined as faithfulness to commitments or obligations. As an example: you will find favor and reward for complete loyalty to your employer and personal relationships for remaining faithful and committed to those relationships. Do not become swayed by others who may be disgruntled to abandon those relationships. If need be seperate yourself from anyone not committed to the alliance. In doing so you will reveal traits that are highly valued like, trust, respect, and reliability. Never, no never disrespect those who have been gracious enough to hire you, to be your friend, or receive you into their organization. However, if you find that any of these relationships become troublesome, make a graceful exit.
Second is a strong work ethic one that is determined to see the task at hand completed despite any difficulties that arise. It begins with reliability. Your relationships must see your dependability and consistencey. Reliability is a good indicator of your character. No matter what, be reliable. Next you must maintain a positive attitude. Make sure to associate with positive, uplifting people, read good books, listen to podcast that are uplifting and helpful and speak well of yourself and others. Remember also, that being accountable and taking the initiative by going beyond the basic task and seeking ways to improve will get you noticed and valued.
Last and maybe most important is character. Your character will open many doors to greater opportunities than any other trait. Character involves your mental and moral qualities along with your reputation. You do not want to be know in any way for your escapades. Ruin your reputation and you have most likely sidelined yourself from what could have been in that relationship and possibly others. Remember to protect your reputation. Do not hang with those you would not like to become for any reason. Keep your eye on your goals and what you want most out of life.
Here are three quotes to end this blog:
“I place an emormous premium on loyalty. If someone betrays me, I can forgive them rationally, but emotionall I have found it impossible to do so.” Richard E. Grant
“What you do is what matters, not what you think or say or plan.” Jason Fried
“Character makes trust possible, and trust is the foundation of leadership.” John Maxwell
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