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How they treat people below them

A common test is how people treat service staff at restaurants, cafes, etc...

The bigger picture is however, how people treat those who can do absolutely nothing for them or to them. (Waiters, on the other hand, can definitely do something to you.)

Strangers on the street. People selling flowers on the sidewalk. Janitors. People “below” their position at work. How does someone treat those people or talk about them?

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How they act when they make a mistake

How they act when they make a mistake

We all make mistakes. But when you address it in a respectful, kind, and fair way, how do they respond?

  • Do they apologize and commit to avoiding it?
  • Do they make excuses, get defensive, or go silent?
  • Do they blame you, accuse you of making it a big deal, or go ...

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How they act with people they want something from

Some people don't really have an established sense of self—who they are changes completely depending on who they talk to. And they only put on their “A-Game” when they’re around a person they like, they admire, or they want something from.

  • Do they put on a special show around certain p...

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How they act when you make a mistake

On the other hand, if you make an honest mistake and apologize, how do they respond?

  • Do they respect you and share how they feel? Do they take it in stride?
  • Do they make things personal and say, “You always ____” or “You never _____?”
  • Do they belittle you, hold a grudge...

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How their car looks

In "Blink: The power of thinking without thinking", Malcolm Gladwell shared a study where the personality of 80 students was assessed by those students’ closest friends versus complete strangers who only spent 15 minutes visiting their bedrooms. Turns out, the complete strangers were mor...

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How their real-life compares to their social media life

How their real-life compares to their social media life

Check how someone acts on social media versus reality.

Do they always need to put on a show, humblebrag, or showcase every “amazing” detail of their day—even though their life is ordinary? It can say a lot about how a person thinks, how they feel, and what motivates them.

The point o...

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How they keep their commitments

How they keep their commitments

We actually make a lot of commitments in daily life like:

  • “I’ll let you know about the meeting by Friday.”
  • “I’ll be there in 5 minutes.”
  • “I’ll call you at 6 pm.”

If you notice a pattern where someone fails to follow through with any of their commitm...

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See them for who they really are

Those with narcissistic personalities are pretty good at turning on the charm. Watch how they treat people when they’re not “on stage.” If you catch them lying, manipulating, or blatantly disrespecting others, there’s no reason to believe they won’t do the same to you.

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Remind both parties that they are on the same team

When conflicts occur, it's common to metaphorically "turn away" from the other person. We see the other person through a negative lens, focusing on what's missing, what's wrong, or the other person's flaws. 

Remind the individuals that they are on the same team. Ask...

Adaptable People Are...

Adaptable People Are...

  • Experimental because they have the mental fortitude to face uncertainty
  • Resourceful
  • Those who see opportunity where the other sees failure
  • Forward thinkers
  • Patient and understanding
  • Accountable for their own actions
  • Able to engage in pos...

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