Nothing embodies whom you are more than keeping your word. That is why it is important to work on keeping your word. Keeping your word will set you apart from those that do not. It will go far in that people will recognize you are someone that can be trusted, responsible, and someone who walks the talk.
I am certain you know one or two (please no more than that) people that do not know how to keep their word. They are great at making promises, yet haven’t a clue on how to make those promises come true.
Do you take them seriously? More than likely you don’t, I know I don’t. If you are one those individuals that promises the world but fails to deliver then please tell me how can you be taken seriously? There is no real answer other than you cannot be taken seriously.
So don’t do it. Promise only what you can deliver. If you have no intention of keeping your word then don’t say or promise anything and just say “No.” It really is that simple, saying “No” will not make you out to be the bad guy (or girl), it will show that you are not going to over extend yourself just to be liked. Then again making a promise and not keeping it will put you on the fast track to not being liked as well as not able to be trusted.
Of course, there will be times when you have every intention of keeping your word and life happens. Well, as soon as possible tell those affected that there has been a change in your intentions and what your solution is. **Always Have A Solution**
Remember, in keeping your word you demonstrate your ability to know your limits, know what you are truly capable of and not. As for working towards becoming a leader, keeping your word will show your trustworthiness, you ability to accept responsibility, and someone that not only talks the talk and walks the walk, but also Walks the Talk. It also shows your ability to be genuine and authentic (and who doesn't want that).
So, if you are having difficulty keeping your word, then please stop making promises you have no intention of keeping. It is not too late; there is still hope in making a complete turnaround. It can be done, so why not try it. In the end, everyone will recognize and respect you as leader.
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