The Respect Basics

2. BASIC RULES IN EARNING
RESPECT
Respect begets respect. But to earn it
ain’t easy. It ain’t too complex either.

3. 1. Never be late. Respect their time and effort
to come meet you on time. Give them the
same courtesy at the very least.

4. 2. Never be mean. Anything you want to
say can be said in two ways – always
choose the better way. Remember that
yelling at someone is only acceptable if it
would mean saving his life – say, to
protect him from an oncoming car or help
him during fire. Remember that Keep
Calm poster? Do that. Always.

5. 3. You can never go wrong with kindness.
Even when people are being unkind, treat
them with kindness. So you are afraid
that people are going to take advantage of
your kindness? Remember that karma is a
bitch.

6. 4. Everyone needs help sometimes. Always
offer a helping hand – even as simple as
giving your time to listen. Never be too
busy for anyone who needs help.
Similarly, never be ashamed to ask for it.

7. 5. There are ranks and positions in
organizations for a reason. Know your
place and respect authority. However,
treat everyone with the same respect and
kindness – not because they are below you
in the organization, you may treat them
like they’re beneath you. It had been said
that how you treat the help is indicative of
the type of person you are.

8. 6. Never intrude on someone’s privacy.
Never gossip. Respect that people value
personal space. Never pry. Remember that
when people open up to you, it is a
privilege and not a right.

9. 7. It is a rudimentary principle that you
must never be rude. A very simple act of
texting while in the meeting or on a date
is already a manifestation of rudeness.
Never have a sense of entitlement, and
think just of yourself or your own welfare.
Remember to always be sensitive to
everyone else.

10. 8. Word of honor is crucial in earning
respect. Always keep your word and do
good on your promises or commitments.
For what good are you without trust,
respect and honor?

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