Why We Keep Our Word
June 18th, 2013 by Fiedler Group
Here at Fiedler Group, we make commitments and promises throughout the day — to our co-workers, our clients, even ourselves.
Do we always mean what we say?
How often do we make a commitment and then fail to do it?
How upset do you get when a co-worker or subordinate promises to complete a task by a certain time and then fails to meet the deadline?
An article by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. discusses the importance of keeping your word, which is something we value — and put into practice — at Fiedler Group.
Here are five reasons Dr. Paul gave for doing what you say you will do:
Integrity
Doing what we say we will do is a matter of integrity. Our word means something – it has value, it should not be taken lightly. It’s our way of distinguishing ourselves through personal commitments — a core part of our Mission Statement.
Trust and Reliability
Our clients trust us because we keep our word; we’re reliable — and have been for our 55-year history. Friendships and strong work relationships are based on trust – these relations are in jeopardy when trust is violated and you are seen as unreliable.
Respect
It is difficult to respect someone who’s word is meaningless. Although it can be difficult at times, if you want to be respected by others your yes must mean yes, and your no must mean no. This is especially true when it concerns deadlines and timelines we’ve already agreed to.
Self-Worth
Our self-worth is damaged when we know we have failed to do what we said we would do. That’s something we take very seriously. Our self-worth is impacted by the care and respect we offer to both ourselves and others.
Personal Power
Personal power is the result of behaving in ways in which we value. Your personal power can provide you with the strength and commitment to live the life of integrity you desire.
Let your word truly be your bond.
