"Be more concerned with your character than your reputation because your character is what your really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are." - Coach John Wooden

Our character speaks volumes and we can grow in areas of our character. In the end, our reputation will reflect our character. When I look at both, character and reputation, I see them working together.

Take a look at the seven critical character traits:

Resilience

A Sense of Curiosity.

Social Intelligence

Gratitude

Kindness

Self-Control

Optimism

All seven of these have room for growth. In growing these characteristics, we become stronger in these qualities that are distinctive within us.

Being intentional in growing ourselves is the key to a happier life, but can be uncomfortable. Think of it as a muscle fiber that keeps tearing but grows back stronger as it heals.

"Don't mistake a lapse in judgment for lack of character.

We all have moments when we fail to live up to our principles. Humility is how quickly we recognize it, and integrity is how hard you work to rectify it.

Character is striving to become the person you claim to be." - Adam Grant

In the last many years, I have been looking at it the wrong way of doing things. I felt I needed to make amends so my reputation would be rectified. Now I see that as I am learning and growing, my character is becoming stronger. In the end, my character will reflect on my reputation.

Again, reputation is merely what others think you are, but your character will show who you really are.

Here are five ways you can build your character:

Be humble. Humility is the beginning of wisdom.

Live our your principles and values.

Be intentional.

Practice self-discipline.

Be accountable.

"Always be a first-rate version of yourself instead of a second-rate version of someone else." - Judy Garland

The world needs more people with solid characteristics. The best version of you. As this comes with challenges, I believe there are more rewards.

Let's work together and have some fun! It truly can be so rewarding.

Reach out!

We can do this together.