Shock Value: Entry 74 "Attitude"

Jay-Z said it best, "Attitude reflects leadership." I once heard a millionaire say if he had to chose between someone with a Harvard degree or someone with a positive attitude, he would take the positive attitude person every time. As he stated, "you can train people and teach them to do what you need them to know, but you can't train and teach a positive attitude; either they have it or not." Both of these really speak to the importance of today's topic: Attitude.

A positive attitude will take you a long way. Don't let your attitude cut you out of the things you deserve in this life. I am always amazed by how many people, especially those who are getting paid to have a great attitude display the worse attitude ever. Why would you take a job in customer service or in the hospitality industry if you don't like people? Just because you hate your job; it ain't our fault---QUIT!

Attitude is important in your career, professional and personal life. People don't want to share this life with someone who always has a horrible disposition; is always scowling and frowning; and is always complaining and fussing. Look in the mirror, if this is you, think about it. If you don't change your attitude, you are going to find yourself, by yourself.

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