Sadly, the quality of dependability has become very rare. It’s common nowadays for people to break an agreement or commitment when they feel like it. Whether it’s plans for the weekend, a business deal sealed with a handshake, or a promise made to a loved one, many find it easy to go back on their word when following through would present the slightest inconvenience. Of course, there are different degrees of commitment. Bailing on an evening of Netflix with a friend will cause less harm than breaking a promise to your child or missing a business deadline others are depending on. And sometimes, extenuating circumstances will interfere with your ability to follow through. But if you make a habit of keeping your word—in things big and small—you’ll develop a strong reputation for reliability and trustworthiness... Leading to stronger, deeper relationships. Read more about how to make emotions work for you instead of against you in my book: "EQ Applied: The Real-World Guide to Emotional Intelligence." https://amzn.to/2sxFLho #EmotionalIntelligence #leadership #management #PersonalDevelopment #BestAdvice #BusinessIntelligence #careers #business #branding #culture #EQApplied #MakeEmotionsWorkForYouNotAgainstYou …see more