Like the brilliance of a diamond, success in every area of life will be enhanced as we develop each facet of our individual character. As imperfections are cut or polished away, we can reach our full potential.
Alertness Being aware of what is taking place around me so I can have the right responses. - Anticipate obstacles
- Connect signals with meaning
- Tell those affected
- Act immediately
- Take time to analyze
Attentiveness Showing the Worth of a Person or Task
By Showing My Undivided Concentration. - Look at People when They Speak
- Learn to Listen
- Ask Questions when Unsure
- Avoid Distractions
- Focus on the Details
Availability Making my own schedule and priorities secondary to the wishes of those I serve. - Be productive
- Develop useful skills
- Find a way to help
- Communicate with others
- Serve cheerfully
Benevolence Giving to others basic needs without
having as my motive personal reward. - Choose To Care
- Make Others Successful
- Discern True Needs
- Take Personal Interest
- Give Freely
Boldness Confidence that what I have to say or do is true, right, and just. - Earn a hearing
- Know the truth
- Stand for what is right
- Support others
- Speak with humility
Cautiousness Knowing how important right timing is in accomplishing right actions. - Think before you act
- Watch for danger
- Use right methods
- Follow safety rules
- Consider the timing
Compassion Investing whatever is necessary to heal the hurts of others. - Stop to help
- Listen carefully
- Clarify your response
- Get involved
- Heal hurts
Contentment Realizing that true happiness does
not depend on material conditions. - Check Your Desires:
- Enjoy What You Have:
- Value Relationships:
- Live Within Your Means:
- Give To Others
Creativity Approaching a need, a task, or
an idea from a new perspective. - Hone Your Skills
- Collect Ideas
- Think Outside the Box
- Give it a Try
- Try Again
Decisiveness The ability to recognize key factors
and finalize difficult decisions.
- Gather Accurate Information
- Keep a Clear Perspective Make the Right
- Make the Right Choice
- Be Committed and Follow Through with Your Decision
- Endure Criticism
Deference Limiting my freedom so I do not offend the tastes of those around me. - Mind your surroundings
- Notice others
- Respect differences
- Consider preferences
- Seek resolution
Dependability Fulfilling what I consented to do,
even if it means unexpected sacrifice. - Be Careful What You Promise
- Clarify Expectations
- Get it Done
- Correct Mistakes
- Maintain a Good Attitude
Determination Purposing to accomplish right goals at the right time, regardless of the opposition. - Set Goals
- Get Moving
- Deal with Distractions
- Face Challenges
- Change Tactics
Diligence Investing my time and energy to
complete each task assigned to me. - Understand your job
- Get started
- Focus your energy
- Maintain quality
- Evaluate your work
Discernment Understanding the deeper
reasons why things happen. - Ask Why
- Establish the Facts
- Judge Carefully
- Learn from Experiences
- Act Appropriately
Discretion Recognizing and avoiding words, actions,
and attitudes that could bring undesirable consequences. - Consider the Consequences
- Choose Words Carefully
- Practice Good Manners
- Learn from Mistakes
- Avoid Trouble
Endurance The inward strength to withstand
stress and do my best. - Set Goals
- Take One Step at a Time
- Find Support
- Renew Your Energy
- Finish Strong
Enthusiasm Expressing joy in each task as I give it my best effort. - Know your purpose
- Treat every job as important
- Do your best
- Motivate others
- Overcome discouragement
Faith Confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome, even when I cannot see how. - Embrace truth
- Recognize potential
- Act in truth
- Stand strong
- Do not worry
Flexibility Willingness to change plans or
ideas without getting upset. - Anticipate Change
- Make Adjustments Where Needed
- Look for the Benefit
- Respect Authorities
- Get it Done
Forgiveness Clearing the record of those who have
wronged me and not holding a grudge. - Let Go of Anger
- Talk About It
- Heal the Wounds
- Forget the Wrong
- Move On
Generosity Carefully managing my resources
so I can freely give to those in need. - Manage Your Resources:
- Identify a Need
- Share Your Resources
- Give of Yourself
- Invest in Others
Gentleness Showing consideration and personal concern for others. - Reach out
- Practice the golden rule
- Choose carefully
- Ease tempers
- Keep the peace
Gratefulness Letting others know by my words and
actions how they have benefited my life. - Count Your Benefits
- Simplify Expectations
- Identify Your Benefactors
- Make Time to Thank
- Express Your Gratefulness to Others
Honor Respecting others because of the
higher authorities they represent.
- Look Beyond
- Respect Authority
- Heed the Call
- Remember Your Elders
- Value Character
Hospitality Cheerfully sharing food, shelter, or conversation to benefit others. - Greet others
- Share openly
- Think ahead
- Invest freely
- Initiate friendship
Humility Acknowledging that achievement results
from the investment of others in my life. - Get a Proper Perspective
- Share the Credit
- Build Teamwork
- Seek Advice
- Serve Others
Initiative Recognizing and doing what needs
to be done before I am asked to do it. - Look For Opportunities
- Seize The Moment
- Make Your Team Successful
- Think Ahead
- Manage Your Time Wisely
Joyfulness Maintaining a good attitude, even
when faced with unpleasant conditions. - Master Your Emotions
- Look on the Bright Side
- Seek to Serve
- Lighten Up and Laugh
- Set the Mood
Justice Taking Personal Responsibility to Uphold
what is Pure, Right and True.
- Keep a Clear Conscience
- Take Personal Responsibility
- Use the Right Methods
- Face It
- Promote Reform – Not Revenge
Loyalty Using difficult times to demonstrate
my commitment to those I serve. - Make People a Priority
- Expect Hard
- Support One
- Keep Commitments
- Stay Connected
Meekness Yielding my personal rights and expectations with a desire to serve. - Identify feelings
Define the problem
- Gain perspective
- Yeild rights
- Control responses
Obedience Quickly and cheerfully carrying out the
direction of those who are responsible for me.
- Get Full Instruction
- Carry Out Your Assignment with a Good Attitude
- Act Immediately
- Go the Extra Mile
- Follow the Rules
Orderliness Arranging Myself and My Surroundings
To Achieve Greater Efficiency. - Set Priorities
- Set Standards
- Get Organized:
- Avoid Clutter:
- Put Away – Right Away:
Patience Accepting a Difficult Situation Without
Giving a Deadline to Remove it. - Keep Your Cool
- Use the Right Process
- Pursue While You Wait
- Accept Reality
- Try Again
Persuasiveness Guiding vital truths around another's mental roadblocks. - Set the scene
- Present the evidence
- Illlustrate your point
- Make spplication
- Appeal to the conscience
Punctuality Showing esteem for others by doing the right thing at the right time. - Begin early
- Keep track of time
- Prioritize your day
- Respect others’time
- Finish on time
Resourcefulness Finding practical uses for that which
others would overlook or discard. - Use What You Have
- Improve Your Resources
- Exercise Your Talents
- Share With Others
- Be Fiscally Responsible
Responsibility Knowing and Doing What is Expected of Me. - Know and Do Your Role
- Be Accountable
- Keep Commitments
- Make No Excuses
- Do Your Best
Security Structuring my life around that which
cannot be destroyed or taken away. - Lay a Foundation
- Build by Principle
- Make Necessary Changes
- Weather Life’s Storms
- Be a Refuge
Self-control Rejecting wrong desires and
doing what is right. - Look Beyond Today
- Know Your Weaknesses
- Restrain Yourself
- Turn Away
- Seek Accountability
Sensitivity Perceiving the true attitudes and
emotions of those around me. - Observe Closely
- Listen Carefully
- Try to Understand
- Empathize
- Do What You Can Within Reason
Sincerity Eagerness to do What is Right
with Transparent Motives. - Say What You Mean
- Mean What You Say
- Practice What You Preach
- Reject Hypocrisy
- Show Your True Colors
Thoroughness Knowing what factors will diminish the
effectiveness of my work or words if neglected. - Plan Ahead
- Write it Down
- Pursue Excellence
- Double Check
- Finish the Job and Move On
Thriftiness Allowing myself and others to spend only what is necessary. - Know your needs
- Find the best value
- Follow a plan
- Check your spending
- Save for tomorrow
Tolerance Realizing that Everyone is at Varying
Levels of Character Development. - Look Beyond Appearances
- Give Room to Grow
- Examine Yourself
- Respond Appropriately
- Make an Effort to Get Along with Others
Truthfulness Earning future trust by
accurately reporting past facts.
- Face the Facts
- Tell the truth
- Do not exaggerate
- Do not cheat or steal
- Encourage truthfulness
Virtue The moral excellence evident in my
life as I consistently do what is right.
- Do the Right Thing
- Set the Precedent
- Be Consistent
- Choose Associations Wisely
- Urge Others to do Right
Wisdom Seeing and responding to life situations from a perspective that transcends my current circumstances. - Get understanding
- Seek good advice
- Learn from the past
- Choose friends carefully
- Apply what you learn
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