One
way you can make yourself valuable to others is to become a resource person.
When people think of you, what do they think of? Are you a taker or a giver?
The more you establish yourself as a resource person the greater fulfillment
you’ll have.
A
resource person is someone who is knowledgeable, generous, connected and ready
to help others. Really, everybody can be a resource person someone they know. You
may not be Bill Gates creating thousands of jobs but if you know of someone who
is looking for an employment and you know of anyone offering work, you can
connect the two and become a person of great value.
If
you’re a stay-at-home mom you can be a resource person to other moms. Maybe you
know a certain household product that has worked well for you; you can share that information with your
friends. It could be a simple tip to care for children.
In the Bible, “Andrew brought Simon to meet Jesus” (I
John 1:42 NLT). Andrew didn’t have to make a lot of effort to invite Simon. But
when you read through the New Testament, you realize that Simon who was renamed
Peter went on to make history in the first century Church. The same thing can
happen when you invite someone to church with you. Maybe you can ask a friend to
a social gathering where one can find a future mate for life. If you stay alert
about being a resource person you can help a lot of people.
Another way you can be a resource person is
to be a volunteer for groups and organizations you love and respect. Often
churches and charitable organizations lack personnel to provide various
services. When you become a resource person by offering your gifts and talents,
you become extremely valuable to the organization.
In business, you can become a resource person
to your client. You can give advice not only on the products you carry but you
can offer guidance to your constituent on a different issue altogether. The
more you meet the needs of your customer on an emotional level, the more favor
you’ll have.
John F Kennedy said, “The human mind is our fundamental resource.” That means if you
want to be a resource person, you have to think for yourself and think of
others. Today, why don’t you take the challenge to be a resource person? You’ll
be amazed what difference you can make in the lives of others!
“Give and you will receive. Your gift
will return to you in full--pressed down, shaken together to make room for
more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will
determine the amount you get back” (Luke 6:38 NLT).
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