Be a Perfect Example
Have you every wished to impress people by showing that you are a wonderful example to others? Read on to find out how to make people want to be "just like you" or "look up to you."
Contents
Steps
- Smile and be friendly. This is perhaps the best things you can do. Be nice to everyone, because you never know sometime in the future, they could help you.
- Show responsibility and do what you're supposed to (or even more) without being told to do so. Not only will you gain respect and trust, but people will go to you for help. Take control of a situation if no one else is, and make sure to do a thorough job. Remember, if you are going to do something, do it right.
- Do good deeds without expecting to be paid back in any way. It is a kind gesture to do. Also, what goes around comes around...
- Do your best at everything you do. What is the point of doing something if you're only going to do half a job. Doing everything your best can help your future to its full extent.
- Take care of yourself and get good grades. Taking care of yourself is the first step. If you are sick or have a problem, then it will be hard to get good grades. So shower regularly, wash your hands after going to the bathroom, moisturize your body, cut your fingernails, exercise and eat healthy. Also drink lots of water. This makes you feel tremendously better on the inside and out. Because of this, you will concentrate better in school and you will glow.
- Be sincere whenever you say anything nice. Nobody enjoys a fake laugh, smile or compliment.
- Be patient. This will earn you respect. Many people are impatient, but impatience can make trouble for you. A better approach is to keep quiet. Think of something that is going on tonight, and how you will plan it. Be considerate to the person you are with... in other words - BE PATIENT!
- Have good manners. This is very important. If you can swear in one second, you can say thank you in a second also. There really is no difference. Good manners will go a long way.
- Show some form of education. Talk with correct grammar when you speak. If you pay attention in school, and are curious about things around you, the words will come. Reading books can help you broaden your vocabulary. When you are out in public, be mature and compose yourself.
- Work hard and go out of your way for others. Instead of sending an e-card, write a letter. E-cards do not mean as much as a hand written letter. It shows that you are actually taking time out of your day to keep in touch. Working hard instead of "butt-kissing" will get you a lot farther in life. Although butt-kissing might be quicker, in the long run, hard work is the morally correct thing to do, and you will gain much more. There is no better satisfaction than a job well done.
- Eliminate bad things in your life (or hide them when in the presence of others). Examples of these are: curse words, smoking, anger/hatred, and unnecessary violence of any kind. It is better to eliminate them completely. If you have a goal in life, suppressing those things will make it easier to concentrate and you will get to your goal more quickly.
- Stand up for what's right. Be environmentally friendly by recycling, donate to charity, or simply share. By doing this, in the end you have made the world a better place. You have contributed to this amazing Earth, a creation, a wonder that was made out of nowhere. Standing up for what is right = karma points. Recycle, shut off water, shut off lights, stop the bullying. These little things can make a big difference.
- Dress the part. Maintain an appearance that is your age, and is you. If you want people to take you seriously, don't dress Emo or Goth or skater, because in the real world, people will look at you and not take you seriously. But by dressing maturely, you will get a fair chance.
- Don't sit by and let other people do the work. Take action and be heard!
Tips
- If your life becomes a crazy schedule or very hectic, write lists and get a calendar. You will find yourself not missing meetings or special events.
- Things might be hard in the beginning, but in the end everything always turns out alright. People will see that you actually are a hard worker, not a wannabe, and deserve all the things you work for.
Warnings
- You won't be liked by everyone, but you can't let that stop you.
- Once in a while, take a break. You can become sick from overworking... so take it easy once in a blue moon.
