Stand out
Thursday, April 5, 2007
Stand out
Instead of making promises, deliver value. Instead of
fighting for the chance to receive discarded scraps, work
diligently to freely give big buckets of nourishing
substance.<P>
Rather than growing hoarse from shouting, grow wise from
listening. When those around you are tripping all over their
own arrogance and self-importance, have the confidence to
live with genuine humility.<P>
Those who so desperately and endlessly brag about themselves
quickly fade into a meaningless blur. Those who quietly and
consistently perform are the ones who soon stand out from
the crowd.<P>
If you assume that people are stupid, and look upon them
with disrespect, they will look at you in exactly the same
way. When you seek to take advantage of others, you become
ridiculously easy prey for those who will certainly take
advantage of you.<P>
The way to stand out is not by pushing others back. The way
to stand out is by generously and sincerely leading others
forward.<P>
Expect the best of others, and respectfully give the best
that you have. Choose to stand out, away from the pettiness
and shortsighted greed, and you'll find a truly magnificent
life.<P>
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