Why Humility Is Not a Weakness in Business

by Charlotte L. Hanna CMO/Director of PMR/CMBS Global

How do you tell your market that you are the best ? that you offer outstanding products and services and are the answer to their needs ? without appearing arrogant? Why is humility strength, not a weakness, when you?ve heard that ?bold is gold??

In business, we have all been told how necessary it is to be bold, to find a way to stand out in our market and shine?and rightly so. But consider the 10-carat diamond that screams under the jewelry case spot light, demanding attention, versus the lovely little light-catcher that sparkles with an unmistakable, yet authentic fire ? even in the average light of any given day. Often, the bigger the rock, the easier it is to question whether (or not) it is actually genuine. However, the authenticity of the smaller gem usually goes unquestioned.

I once purchased a ring that screamed to me from the jewelry showcase of a large retailer ? only to step outside into the direct light of day and see no sparkle, only the flaws in the stone. I turned right around and went back inside for a refund. I later purchased a smaller setting from a jeweler with whom my husband had a satisfying experience and though not flawless, it sparkles and captures the attention of all who see it?the results are authentically consistent.

Success in business is dependent upon great relationships and strong relationships are built on trust?the kind that comes from being real and consistently genuine.

Leslie Vernick is an author and speaker who understands the value of relationships. ?One of the reason?s?I?m so passionate about helping people in difficult and destructive relationships is because I know what it feels like to be in one,? says Leslie. As a national and international speaker, author, licensed clinical social worker, consultant and relationship coach with an expertise on the subjects of personal and spiritual growth, marriage improvement, conflict resolution, depression, child abuse, destructive relationships and domestic violence, one of Leslie?s most powerful messages is The Hidden Power of Humility.

As a small business owner and entrepreneur, getting out of your comfort zone should never cause you to be anything less than authentic. Be confident without embellishing. Be honest without fear of losing a sale or a client. Because, the truth is that as humans ? we all have very real faults AND we all have areas in which we shine authentically! To conduct yourself with humility is never a weakness ? rather it is the consistent, unmistakable sparkle that captures the attention of the business market.

Humility is strong ? not bold; quiet ? not speechless;
sure ? not arrogant. ~ Estelle Smith

Source: http://cmbsglobal.com/why-humility-is-not-a-weakness-in-business/

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