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Have you ever heard the phrase, "Your actions affect those of others"? I bet if you have, you either took it very lightly or didn't even listen at all, right? Well, I'm here to tell you that that phrase is very true. To bring out the best in others, I focus on three things. These three things are being generous, seeing the good in others, and being a good leader.

Generous is an adjective. It means showing a readiness to give more of something you own. When you think about being generous, you might think of a physical object instead of more mental or emotional things. But, you may need to think a little deeper. Have you ever had something you really wanted and liked, then someone asked to try or even have it? You probably hesitated, if you even gave it to them at all. Well, we've all probably done that at some point. Personally, I can relate. For example, one time I was eating grapes in my kitchen and my little sister came up to me, trying to take the grapes that I wanted. So, I bent her finger backwards and almost broke it. Or, when my sister took the last ice cream bar that I was looking forward to eating, and I almost broke down her door trying to get it. Now that I'm thinking about it, she could've had a little more generosity. Anyways enough about not being generous – let's get to being self-less and believing in myself.

This quote from an unknown author is very true, "Believe in yourself and others will follow." Think back to a time when you were doubting yourself and someone told you they believed in you. You felt better didn't you? I bring out the best in others by believing they're capable of their goals. Sometimes, I get frustrated trying to explain something and people don't understand. But, by trying my best to explain, they'll try their best to understand. It's my job to invest in them, and that is bringing the best out in myself. Being confident is a major key to bringing out the best in others too. When people see that I'm confident in who I am, they might aspire to be that proud of who they are. That is bringing out the best in them because they learn how to have self-confidence. Overall, bringing out the best in others means being confident and believing in yourself.

If you have ever seen someone and immediately judged them for their appearance you are not alone. Or maybe you even said a couple words or held a minor conversation with them and didn't like them for superficial reasons. If you have done this, you might want to start seeing the good in people. When I meet someone, I try my best to see the potential in their personality. Even if someone isn't even a potential friend, look past the wrong and see the good. This might help bring out the best in them by boosting their self-esteem. If I met someone and immediately told myself I didn't like them, and showed it, they probably would notice and rethink their personality. But, if I actually gave them a chance and try to get to know them, they might feel a little better knowing that they might've made a potential friend. Now, I'm sure you've met someone or at least been around someone who didn't talk much. Let me guess, you didn't even give them a chance if you talk a lot. I know this because I have done this before too. But, I'd like to say that I've changed. Today, I have taught myself to magnify the quietest voices. This means that even if they might be quiet, I take time to listen to what they're saying. This brings out the best in myself by helping me build a friendship with someone I usually wouldn't associate myself with. This brings out the best in them by, again, building their self-confidence. So, I'm telling you to look past your basic preferences and see the best in order to be the best.

Being a leader is a very important part of bringing out the best in others. If you're showing an example to others, they might follow. This brings out the best in myself by learning how to be a leader, and brings out the best in others by showing them how to be a good leader. If you've ever done anything nice for anyone, you might've noticed that some people may have tried to help. This means that you are now creating a ripple effect. By being kind, I may show others that kindness is not weakness. By being kind to someone who may not be your friend, you are leading by example. This might bring out the best in others by showing them that their best may bring out other's best. Also, if you are committed to whatever you do, someone might admire your dedication and follow after that idea. William Arthur Ward said, "When we seek to discover the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves." This means that doing good for others may make me a better person.

In conclusion, bringing out the best in others requires you being generous, seeing the better in others, being selfless, and being a great leader. By doing all these things, I bring out the best in myself while bringing out the best in others.