Let's talk about respect

For today's post, I want to share a few thoughts about respect.  We all want it.  Most people demand it.  Few show it.

As the attached picture points out, you have to earn respect.  It's definitely not just a given.  That said, here's a few things that I respect in people:  Honesty, Loyalty and Creativity.  Show me those three qualities (hell even two of the three) and you have earned my respect.

Inversely, once I lose respect for someone, it's real hard to get that back.  Things that can cause me to lose respect for someone?  Lying to me, stabbing me or someone I care about in the back, being unethical and poor decision making skills.

Once I lose respect for a person I can barely tolerate their presence.  If it's an employer or client, I have to start looking for a new job because I cannot work for someone I don't respect or someone who doesn't respect my professional skills.

How about you?  What are your thoughts on respect and how does it affect your life and relationships?  Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.

Until next time, this is just my life, honestly.