09 Apr Being Fair and Honest to Others

Everybody likes to be respected and treated fairly. Treating people this way is a sign of showing integrity. Honesty is a big part of integrity and it means speaking the truth when your opinion is sought on any matter. Have you ever made up excuses which are not exactly true? Like turning down an appointment because you had to make a final sale to meet your target? That isn’t integrity.

People of integrity are often considered as leaders in the community. If you want to be seen as a winner in your locality then you must exhibit integrity in all that you do. Work towards becoming a role model for others to emulate. That is when people will start to seek you out.

Giving people your honest opinion at times can be tough. The truth can sometimes be hard to swallow but stick to it. After a while, they will begin to respect your opinion. They will always want to hear what you have to say because you can be trusted.

The business world is run on trust. People with integrity do not cheat others for their own benefit. Even when you have only one product left that you know is defective, don’t sell it to your customer, pretending as if you do not know of the defect. Do the right thing by returning the product to the manufacturer, even if it will mean that you will be out of stock and can’t sell. Tell the truth and let the customer know of the problem at hand and let them know that you are working to have it replaced.

This immediately paints you as an honest businessman in the eyes of your customers and they will appreciate your integrity. Who knows, they may even offer to buy the defective product if it wouldn’t affect its function. You would have earned their trust by being truthful.

Sincere people have an open mind and are always conscious of taking the right steps to achieve the desired goals. People of integrity are normally viewed as humble people who have the interest of others at heart and are selfless.

Due to their honest and sacrificial nature, they normally help others with their time. From raising money to supporting a cause that they truly believe in with their time and presence. People with integrity become role models easily because their deeds often lead others to act like them.