I am currently reading John Maxwell’s new book The Power Of Five For Network Marketing. This great little book, only 97 pages, was written just for network marketers. However, like all of John’s content, the applications apply to all leaders.
Early in the book, he says one of the advantages of being a network marketer is it simply makes you a better person. Why? Because your focus will be on bringing value to others. In other words, having good values and bringing value to others makes better people.
John then provides 27 Things Which Make You A Better Person. Once again, this is an excerpt from his new book The Power Of Five For Network Marketing.
- Attitude – When people value attitude they will think and feel positively about themselves and their future.
- Hard Work – When people value hard work they will experience fulfillment and build confidence knowing they did their best.
- Influence – When people value influence they will know they are their “brother & sister’s keeper” and add value to them.
- Productivity – When people value productivity they will sense accomplishment and be respected for getting things done.
- Inspiration – When people value inspiration they will encourage others to find and follow their dreams.
- Ambition – When people value ambition they will be driven by a sense of purpose and feel good about themselves and others.
- Responsibility – When people value responsibility they will own their mistakes and be appreciated and trusted.
- People – When people value people they will develop others and help them reach their potential.
- Dependability – When people value dependability they will trust and respect one another and work better together.
- Generosity – When people value generosity they will focus on the needs of others and experience joy in helping them.
- Sowing – When people value sowing they will reap a return on their investment in others.
- Perspectives – When people value perspectives they will see the other person’s point of view and be receptive to change.
- Integrity – When people value integrity they will do things for the right reasons and set the standard for good character.
- Direction – When people value direction they will make solid decisions based upon their purpose and path.
- Self-Discipline – When people value self-discipline they will control their words and actions assisting healthy relationships.
- Understanding – When people value understanding they will connect with others and truly appreciate and value them.
- Humility – When people value humility they will be comfortable with humanness and be transparent and honest.
- Listening – When people value listening they will create a positive environment with the same intensity they want to be heard and follow up with questions for clarification.
- Connection – When people value connection they will develop meaningful and genuine life-long relationships.
- Patience – When people value patience they will value process while encouraging understanding, cooperation and trust.
- Boundaries – When people value boundaries they will know what is expected of them and for them and feel secure.
- Saving – When people value saving they will remove the pressure of debt and have financial options.
- Ownership – When people value ownership they will work hard to build and preserve their financial future.
- Correction – When people value correction they will be open to feedback and understand self-discipline as the essential for change.
- Intentionality – When people value intentionality they will prioritize their actions to ensure greater success.
- Goals – When people value goals they will build their self-esteem by pursuing and achieving their dreams.
- Growth – When people value growth they will become more valuable to others as they develop themselves.
What is one thing from the list above you can work on to become a better person?
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