Pride is the first of the seven deadly sins that plague businesspeople.

 Pride is the first of the seven deadly sins that plague businesspeople.

Pride can be started by scrolling down if you have read the introduction; otherwise, you should read the introduction below.

How may these common vices impact your business and overall income? Let's take a look. The idea of deadly sins may seem religious and unrelated to you; however, you are free to label them as undesirable tendencies if you so like. The truth is that the majority of people possess them to varying degrees.

Unless I provide the specifics, you might not suspect that one of these habits is impacting you. I will also provide you with the solution if you identify an issue. Now I will describe the most prevalent vices and contrast them with their opposite qualities.

I have something to tell you before we begin...

I. The greatest source of sin is fear.

Love is the source of most qualities (II).

Thirdly, a lack of virtue reflects a lack of strength, but a propensity toward virtue reveals strength.

Courage and self-assurance are the greatest qualities, in my view, since they are the outgrowth of love, which banishes fear and plants the seeds of virtue in people's hearts.

The papers in this series cover this topic in detail. This entire series includes the following pieces...

1. Smugness

Two, lust

3. Sweet tooth

4. Anger

4. Fury

6. Want

7. Slither



"I am proud of myself."

Some individuals just take themselves too seriously. For sure, they're tops. They have complete knowledge. They are perfect in every way. Everyone else is incorrect. Except for them, it appears like no one knows anything. People outside of this group are uninformed, unmotivated, and below average. Surrounded by complete dimwits, they feel. For some reason, they still don't get why they aren't filthy rich. They are deserving of their wealth, after all.

Since they are aware of their wealth, they feel it is unfair to live like the poor or middle class because they just do not have the money. They ooze sophistication, panache, brilliance, you name it. In comparison to other lower-class humans, they are special.

When they fail to meet their own high standards, proud people endure immense pain. They think it's unjust. It is only fair that they are at the very top. They should have it. They are the center of attention once again. They think that way. In doing so, they measure themselves against others. Everyone feels guilty when other individuals are better off financially than they are. While they may not harbor any animosity toward others, they are continuously striving to outdo one another in order to claim the title of "best" in whatever they do.

Dishonor is a battleground. Your goal is to outshine everyone else. Feeling superior to others is important to you. You strive to project an image of superiority in any way possible—be it intelligence, beauty, health, strength, money, etc.—because, deep down, you know you're the best and all that.

Whether it's for one, several, or all of your attributes, you desire adoration. Because it is so true, you desire for everyone to see how exceptional you are. People should take note of how much better you feel than them and embrace it; else, you can be let down.

Because of your superiority, they are obligated to honor and respect you. Everything you own—a body, an education, a job, a company, money, and so on—is yours. You should feel quite pleased of yourself.

People who are proud like to flaunt and display it, which is a nightmare for those who despise them. The rapid success of others may have made the jealous person resentful. They will feel guilty about it regardless of what you do. I can only begin to fathom the hurt you would inflict on them if, on top of everything else, you flaunted your wealth, status, and identity to the extreme.

However, that is of no concern to many individuals who are very proud. The truth is that they find it enjoyable. Envy is something that some conceited people take pleasure in. They intend to show it off while making other people pay the price.

Realize that having an excessive sense of pride may make even the most wretched person on this planet feel bad. When people are very proud of themselves, they will look for ways to get the respect, admiration, and financial benefits they believe they are due. This is true even for the impoverished.

Pride and vanity go hand in hand. Your goal should be to have people be impressed enough to say things like "Wow, I want to be him/her" or "wow, I like him/her" or "he/she is the best" or "he/she is sooo rich, sooo cool, so pretty" when they see you, your abilities, and your possessions (home, car, cloth, etc.).Is my point clear to you? Nothing but you matters.

The prideful individual is very sensitive to the opinions and feedback of others. They never make a mistake. They refuse to evolve since, in their view, everyone else is mistaken. When others point out their error, they listen carefully in order to fix it. In an effort to disprove their claims, they are curious as to who is posting critical remarks.

When they fail to meet their expectations, which are often rather high, proud people endure immense pain. If it's not God himself, then at least the wealthiest man, the sexiest woman, the strongest person, etc., would suffice. Once again, they put a lot of effort into themselves. What matters is how things appear, regardless of how empty they may feel on the inside. Am I correct? Not at all!

Because of their inflated sense of self-importance, egotistical people are notoriously difficult to persuade to see things from a different perspective. They think too highly of themselves. When they look in the mirror, they don't recognize themselves. The picture people perceive can at times be much better than the actual one.

One thing is clear: we have no trouble spotting the flaws in other people, but it can be more challenging to identify our own. This is particularly the case for conceited individuals who believe they are correct all the time and have no need to change. They are not required to pay attention to anyone else. Everyone else is incorrect while they are correct. People must be troubled if others don't act in accordance with their words.

Individuals who are overly proud will not listen to criticism. They are quite sensitive to criticism. To them, it is insulting. They are free to act as they see fit. They have an inflated sense of self-awareness. All it takes to start a conversation with them is a simple suggestion.

Those who are proud often attempt to conceal their struggles. They make the most of their successes while minimizing their setbacks. There is no room for error because of this. They put on an act and aren't truthful with themselves.Aside from that,

Be careful with this. Some people think that pride is the first transgression that leads to all the others. There is a lack of vision in pride. No amount of persuasion can ever make a proud person see their error. They simply will not hear you. Unless they decide to change after realizing they're too proud, they'll act as though they do.

Forget about pride for a while and focus on humility, the virtue it denounces. Humble people don't judge themselves by the standards set by others. For the sake of their own happiness and basic necessities, they will desire certain possessions, but not to show off to others.

A modest person pays attention when other people speak. All comments, whether good or bad, are considered suggestions to him or her. They are aware that there are those who might harbor feelings of envy toward them. Therefore, they carefully read the comments to determine if the speaker is being reasonable. Feedback is a crucial component of every successful business, and smart, modest individuals know this. They are interested in hearing feedback from both customers and staff.

Those who are modest in spirit do not seek to dominate others. They are not ambitious for the sake of arrogance and do not aspire to positions of power. They are not looking to make other people jealous. They aren't too concerned with other people's opinions of them unless it's for the sole goal of using criticism to grow as individuals.

People that are humble do not think they are experts in every field. They believe it is impossible for them to handle everything by themselves. They consult with others for guidance. They have faith in their ability to earn it, but they deny any deservingness. Having modesty doesn't imply low self-esteem. Though you acknowledge your imperfections, you are confident in your ability to succeed.

Also, you don't try to cover up, downplay, or otherwise deal with the consequences of your blunders. Remember that no one is flawless except God, and that's okay. So is accepting that you aren't perfect and not trying to be. You strive to be perfect all the time, but if you do make a mistake, you pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and try again.

Now tell me how you're going to implement this into your company. Numerous approaches exist. As a business owner, you may take great pleasure in your company and fail to see how it is impacting your bottom line. Giving, not receiving, is the meaning of life.Aside from that,

People will avoid you like the plague if you center your message on yourself, your product or service, your company, your earnings, your business, your name alone, your accomplishments, your knowledge, and your abilities. Believe me when I say that most people will not like you if you act like that. If you are trying to sell a product, for instance, you shouldn't spend too much time detailing its characteristics. No one else gives a hoot about you, your wares, or anything else besides this: "How will this benefit me?"Aside from that,

Remember that consumer, even if he or she doesn't say a word, is asking you that question every time you see him or her. Is your stuff really practical? So what's the point for me? When people go to buy something, those are the questions that will be on their thoughts.

Accordingly, "This product is a diamond!" is not the right statement to make. It was a long process to make. It has been the subject of much study."This product is useful for 7 different things," you might say."It will also save you time and money," you say after providing all the information.Then please elaborate. The next line may be: "This product can improve your life in at least 5 ways." And so on.Give an example of how it can make your clients' lives easier. Basically, that is the concept. I suppose you understand.

Another way to look at this is that being overly proud can cause you to miss some crucial information that your clients or employees are sending you on a daily basis. Any number of sources, including positive and negative comments, suggestions, and feedback, could provide you with this. When called upon, humble people listen and adapt.

One common thread running through all of these bad habits is selfishness, as you will see if you read the other pieces in this series. When you've forgiven yourself, you'll likely act in accordance with one of these tendencies. A less selfish way of living is the answer. If you want to alter the result of your activities, try shifting your mindset. Positive emotions and a sense of accomplishment may wash over you as you marvel at the outcomes.

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