The Value Of Your Word

Ugh.

Your word is your bond.

Not everybody buys into that.

Admittedly, I have broken promises on more occasions than I care to admit to in my albeit boring but storied past.

Thankfully I have made measurable strides to improve upon that.


But think about that. I mean really think about it.

When I make a promise, it is very important to me that I keep it.

It matters.

Why? Because the way I keep promises to others is a direct reflection of how I keep promises to myself.

I've learned a few things with this whole topic.

Here are three simple tools I use to add value to my word:

1. I don't make promises I can't keep.

2. I'm not afraid to say "NO" to any request that is not in line with what is important to me.

3. I hang out with friends and colleagues that equally value the importance of their word.


It works. Try it.