We are all familiar with the expression “Nice guys finish last”.
The basic idea is that if you’re a nice person, working to avoid conflict and make other people happy as well as yourself, that the people without such concerns will kick and elbow their way past you, leaving them in the dust.
In short, if you want to get ahead you have to step on toes, break hearts and ruthlessly cut dead weight.
This expression is especially popular when it comes to the law. Everyone is about drawing boundaries, defining what their rights are and preparing, if needed to defend them to the hilt.
But is that really the best way? There’s a big difference between being a nice guy and being doormat. Just because you can resolve conflicts with a smile and a (virtual) handshake doesn’t mean you’re going to finish last.
In fact, there are many reasons that you’re going to come out ahead if you are a nice guy and show a little kindness online, even to your supposed enemies.
There are many reasons for that, but here are five major ones to consider. [Read more…] about 5 Reasons Nice Guys Finish First