The Reliability School

Each of us has a desire for success. The same trusting trait that makes us successful at work translates to our success outside of work. People are drawn to others with whom they can share their inmost thoughts without fear that they will be used against them in the future. If we desire this characteristic in others, isn’t it logical others would want to see it in us? And if so, doesn’t it follow that we would experience the same type of success by proving to others that we can be trustworthy and reliable? It’s never too late to develop this trait. So what sets apart those we trust from those we don’t? Typically it starts with attitude. That might surprise some of us. We might be inclined to believe that the smartest or highest paid person might be the most reliable one, but often that is not the case. Quite often it is the person who shows up on time, does their work without taking a lot of unscheduled breaks, who appreciates their job and their boss, and who generally does more than is required by their position without seeking out special recognition or extra compensation.