By; Joseph Idemudia
makavaconsultingventures@gmail.com
The applause of men may be loud, but it is not always a measure of loyalty. Sometimes, people applaud not because they believe in you, but because they want to remain close to your influence, benefit from your position, or simply be seen on the winning side.
True loyalty is rarely measured by the noise of public praise. It is revealed in moments of difficulty, disagreement, uncertainty and adversity. The person who applauds you when everything is going well may not necessarily be the same person who will stand beside you when the applause stops and the challenges begin.
Do not mistake public admiration for genuine commitment, or flattering words for unwavering loyalty. Some people will praise your decisions today and quietly oppose you tomorrow when circumstances change.
Loyalty is demonstrated through consistency, honesty, sacrifice and the courage to tell you the truth when everyone else is telling you what you want to hear. A loyal person does not merely celebrate your victories; they stand with you when there is nothing to gain from doing so.
Therefore, do not build your confidence around the number of people applauding you. Build it around the character of those who remain truthful, dependable and steadfast when the crowd has gone silent.
Applause can be bought, borrowed or given for convenience; but loyalty is earned, tested by time, and proven by conduct.
In leadership and in life, watch not only those who clap for you when you succeed, but also those who stand with you when standing with you comes at a cost. That is where genuine loyalty reveals itself.
About The Author,
Joseph Idemudia.
Is An Industrial Sociologist, Columnist, Public Policy Analyst, Resource Person, Corporate Governance, Strategic Leadership Management And Labour Relations Consultant.
Principal Consultant And Research Fellow With MAKAVA CONSULTING VENTURES, A Leading Nigerian And Globally Recognized Consulting Firm, Certified By The Corporate Affairs Commission Of Nigeria.
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