It takes good deeds to build a reputation

We all agree that trust and reliability is a major part of building a good reputation. Look at the people that you know. There are those who you can call and will help you straight away, and there are those that have let you down in the past. It's the same for everyone, we all know reliable and unreliable people. Now imagine you had to employ one of those people, who would you choose? The reliable one of course. When someone else is making that decision, make sure that you are the one they choose.

Look at the people you respect the most. What do they do that makes you respect them? How do they do it? Look at them really closely, and do exactly as they do. If you're in a situation you don't know how to handle, ask yourself: "what would x do?" And never talk negatively about anyone or anything. Unless someone directly asks for criticism, never talk negatively. If you don't have something positive to say, don't say anything. Every time you feel you want to say something negative, tell yourself: "No please!". Negative people rarely have a good reputation.

Once you behave like those you're building a reputation with. This is a very difficult one to explain because there really are so many examples. Look at the group/culture/business you're building a reputation with and see how they behave. If there's something they don't do, then don't do it.

Always take on responsibilities. When someone needs something done, and you know you can help them with it, then be the first to volunteer. Become the person that people turn to for help, but make sure it's within your ability. Follow through with every promise. If you say you're going to do something, do it. Every time, without exception, make sure you deliver. Become the most reliable person you know.

Better to keep introducing good people. Sometimes you won't be able to help but referrals will help, and that's perfect. Be honest and say: "That's not something I can do, but I know someone who can". This is by far the best way to build a reputation on this list. It gives you the chance to help two people at the same time, the person looking for help, and the person you're recommending. You'll become known as the go-to person, even if you can't help them yourself.

Always be involved in everything. Take every opportunity there is, and become a part of it. Whether it's a social event, charity drive, or something else, become a part of the community. People will see you, and they'll talk about you. You're the one that always helps.This list is by no means exhaustive, but it's a good way to start. It's helped me to build a reputation with my peers as someone who always wants to help, and in turn, whenever I'm in need I know help is never far away.

I try to be a good person, recognizing that I’m not perfect & cant please everyone all the time, Bearing in mind a reputation is about how others see and feel about you, to a certain extent it’s a reflection of your core values. Therefore, I believe in being honest and give others the benefit of the doubt and I believe in forgiveness and second chances - although there is a short list of people I choose to avoid and have nothing to do with. Also I believe there is good in everyone. The challenge sometimes is to find it. Hence, I judge others not by how others label them but by how they present themselves to the world.

Further, I do not judge another by their outward appearance, although I am sometimes envious of those that take really good care of themselves. I try to be fair and considerate, helpful when I feel it’s warranted. I sometimes step in when others say no. I try to bring a smile to the days of others, and try to see the good in each person and day. As a person I am liked by many people, have a fair amount of good friends, and what I would consider to be a good reputation. I am 60+ now and have been working on improving myself for a long time. I am a rather different person than I was at 16, a nerd nobody wanted to be around or that few saw any value in.

I don’t care what others think of me. I focus on being the best person I can. If someone doesn’t think I’m worth their time, then they aren’t worth mine. What defines you and how can you do better? What are your values? Who inspires you and why? Are there cultural values you deem important? I stand by my good deeds and that is what I believe creates a good reputation on a long run. Cheers!