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I got myself thinking of the word “Friendship” and I
come to realise that it means so much more than what it literally represent.
The Webster dictionary defines it as the emotions or
conduct of friends; the state of being friends.I saw another
interesting definition as "a state of mutual trust and support between two
persons".
Two pertinent words that resonate to me in the
definition is mutual trust. One would wonder what earns this mutual trust. It's
simply VALUE!!!
Most of the people we claim are friends in our lives
today are only there for the gains and benefits(value they get from you).
Rarely do you have those who think about the value they bring on the table. The
question is always….what do I benefits from being a friend to this person? Even
the Society subconsciously ask the same of us. I often hear questions such as
"what do you stand to gain from this person".
If anyone is good or nice to you, it’s because of the
value they get from you…none wants to carry extra luggage. There’s always a
reason for every relationship, people respect and admire you only because of
what you bring on the table. Without the value, you are nothing and gradually
you will become a silent enemy to the so called “Friends”.
Think about it, why is it that we have so many friends
in good times and just a few or none standby you when things are not so good.
Isn't it time you review "your friends"?I found the tips helpful, you
might too. Try it out: - Pay attention to the facts and every details – every relationship is for a purpose. Don’t get deluded!
- Evaluate the worth and gains of your friends to you.
- Become selective of friends – Not everyone deserves to sit on your table.
- Grow your value – give friends a reason to want you.
- Manage your supply- don’t make yourself available cheap to all friends. If they value you, they will look for you.
Measure your worth today and you will start having
productive and loyal friends who really matters not some parasites.
Apply same to your business and I bet you only clients
that matters will be on your list.
Best
Regards
Lanre
Yusuf
Business
Development Consultant
Your
Smile...My Delight!!!
