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The Power of Being Dependable

How reliable are you?

Bill Abbate
ILLUMINATION
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6 min readSep 13, 2023

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Did you know many people possess a single attribute that can move them to the top of their game? This trait is in great demand by every organization. All you need to do is strengthen it. As you do so, it will help you earn respect in a way little else can. Let’s look at this personal attribute and how to maximize its use.

A crucial attribute everyone can strengthen

While everyone possesses some degree of this valuable attribute, many do not understand its importance. By working to make it rock solid, you separate yourself from the crowd, earning people’s respect and becoming more valuable than you can imagine.

A significant issue facing businesses today is finding people they can depend on. I have spoken with dozens of business owners over the last few years who say some variation of: “I offered them a job, told them when they could start, and never heard from them again!” or, “People don’t work like they used to. How can I find employees I can depend on to do their job?”

These same business owners also say some employees are so unreliable it frustrates them to no end. They often claim they would replace them, but finding someone willing to work is so difficult they put…

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Bill Abbate
ILLUMINATION

Leadership Writer and Editor in ILLUMINATION, Leadership/Executive Coach, Author www.BillAbbate.com