Ten steps to earn the respect of people around you

Do you want people to respect you? Do you want them to see you as a natural leader and be interested in your opinions? Do you wish to have a personal brand and a good reputation that distinguishes you from others and sells you as a person? Building respect is not rocket science, but it is a long-term process in which you have to follow unconditionally a few simple rules. Here is a list of 10 tips on how to gain the respect of others.

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These tips were published by the Leadership Now website.

Respect yourself

If you do not respect yourself you can never gain the respect of those around you. Esteem yourself, your skills and your successes. If you are dissatisfied with some aspect of your personality or your life, change it.

Help unselfishly

Giving more than taking is a strategy that pays off sooner or later in the long run.

Embrace challenges

People generally respect those who are not afraid to go beyond their comfort zone to try new things.

Live by your values

The values you hold should not only be rhetorical; you should also abide by them in your everyday life.

Do not be afraid to express appreciation

You should thank people frankly and express appreciation for their work, deeds and opinions.

Do not forget

A good memory makes good friends: if you forget facts about your acquaintances and colleagues (how many children they have, what problems they are facing, etc.), you will not earn their respect.

Inspire

Do not go with the flow: on the contrary, inspire people around you through innovative ideas and a pro-active, positive attitude to change.

Show your strengths

Those who do not mention their successes and keep their strengths a secret do not provide other people with any reason to respect them.

Keep your word

Break this rule just once and you will struggle to repair your reputation.

Do not slander

Do not lower yourself to gossip and slander; in terms of judging people, always maintain at least a neutral attitude.

 

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