Interesting Psychology Team
Who do you respect? And why? Is it because they demand it from you or did they earn it?
Now, consider how having respect from others affects you. When people disrespect you, do you feel taken aback, upset, or even outright angry? You probably do. That’s a normal response. But you need to understand that respect is something that is earned.
Although nearly everyone values respect, you won’t get any if you don’t put in the effort. If you’re interested in forming sincere relationships, they must be grounded in mutual respect. Without it, your relationship is sure to fail.
Successful people are fully aware of this, and that’s why they put in the hard work to earn the respect of those around them. Here’s what they do to earn respect from others – and you can do it, too:
1 – They’re Honest
No one will deny that honesty is essential. In fact, it’s been important throughout all of human history. To gain someone’s respect, you must first gain their trust by being honest. Why would you respect or trust someone who is known to cheat, lie, or steal?
Dishonesty is not a good look in any setting, whether it’s with the cashier at the grocery store or a long-time business partner. If you want to earn respect, you must always be honest.
Successful people know that if the foundation of a relationship, either personal or professional, is built on trust, they will have solid ground to stand on. If that ground is cracked with lies or is crumbling due to deceit, the relationship is doomed.
2 – They Are Passionate In Their Work
There’s an obvious difference between someone who loves their work and someone who hates it. The positive energy that passion brings can make a person shine, and you might even assume they’re a leader. Respect follows passion. Imagine that you have an idea to share with your team. If you’re not enthusiastic about it, why would they be?
On the other hand, if you show passion, they’re much more likely to support your idea. Your professional colleagues believe in your passions and respect your dedication and loyalty, and they will be more open to investing in your ideas. Successful people understand that passion is crucial for earning respect, no matter where you are or who you are with.
3 – They Get The Job Done
Have you heard the age-old saying:
“If you want something done, give it to the busiest person you know?”
It comes from the idea that people respect those who work hard. When you get the job done efficiently, you’ll earn respect. Even honest people can be procrastinators. They might be great, but they’ll lose respect when people see they can’t handle responsibility and finish their tasks. Successful people work with commitment and diligence, and people come to trust and respect their reliability.
4 – They Show Gratitude
Studies have proven that gratitude positively impacts one’s well-being, and outward gratitude and appreciation can positively impact others as well. A sincere thank you or a small gift can go a long way.
When you are optimistic and show gratitude for the things and people in your life, respect will naturally gravitate toward you. It’s easy to admire positivity, and gratitude creates a positive atmosphere that impacts everyone. Friends, family, co-workers, will notice your appreciation and will want to replicate that attitude in their own lives.
5 – They Inspire The Best In Others
Another way successful people earn respect is by bringing out the best in others. If you compiled a list of all the people you respect and why you admire them, you would probably see people like parents, mentors, teachers, or coaches. The commonality between these people is that they help bring out the best in you. Just as they set examples for you, you must also set examples for others to earn their respect.
