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Business Thoughts on the Edge: Respect
By Donna Saul | August 9, 2007
I’ve been thinking about two things lately. The first is this: What is it I respect MOST in people? My answer:
Strength of character. As I dissect what that really means, I think of those I know and for me it is this: A strength of character that comes from taking on difficult responsibilities and tough issues that have the potential to buckle the strongest of us, and living through them to tell the tale on the back end (of what that hardship really meant).
What is it for you? What do you respect most in your clients and others you know and love?
And here’s the second: Stop lying to your consultant if you want results. It’s human nature to want to present oneself in the best light, but it is counterproductive if you want to maximize the results of your investment in your or your company’s growth. Lies cost you big money.
There. I said it out loud. Finally. Feel free to skewer me at your convenience. All thoughts and comments are welcome.
Topics: Business Process |
August 14th, 2007 at 7:55 am
I agree with what you’re saying on both counts, although I think the thing I respect most about my clients and others is HONESTY. Honesty in how they approach life and business.
When people are honest with themselves and their situation I think they have the ability to stretch and be greater. . . when they catch themselves in the middle of a mistake they can laugh, admit that it’s the wrong thing and switch gears.
AND true honesty enables people to be trustworthy for others as well - friends, family and business colleagues. This certainly relates to your second point. . .