WHAT IS AN ALPHA?
A male having the highest rank in dominance hierarchy.
They have greater access to power, money, and mates, which they gain through physical prowess, intimidation, and domination. Alphas are typically described as the “real men.”
Alphas reach the top ranks in large organizations because they are natural leaders—comfortable with responsibility in a way non alphas can never be. Most people feel stress when they have to make important decisions; alphas get stressed when tough decisions don’t rest in their capable hands. For them, being in charge delivers such a thrill, they willingly take on levels of responsibility most rational people would find overwhelming. In fact, it’s hard to imagine the modern corporation without alpha leaders.
IDENTIFYING AN ALPHA
1) physical strength
2) courage in the face of fear or danger
3) mastery of difficult tasks
4) honor among his peer group.
HOW TO BE AN ALPHA
1. COMMUNICATION SKILLS
This is the most important trait of an alpha.
It’s not so much about what they say as the non-verbal cues that will tell you loud and clear that they’ve had a shit day, or that something’s on their mind. Dig deeper and listen some more. And however obvious the solution or what they should have done may seem to you, don’t offer unless it’s asked for. Generally speaking, what people want is a sympathetic ear, not a smart mouth.
2. BE FIRST TO SMILE.
Put out your hand, introduce yourself, crack a joke, break the ice. Yes, you risk embarrassment and non-reciprocation, but the other person will probably be grateful that you spared them from having to do it themselves, or standing there in silence while you both look intently at your phones and avoid eye contact.
3. BE AN APPROACHABLE LEADER
If you’re a leader, understand that you’re responsible for the happiness of the people around you. Come in with a face like thunder, ignoring everybody as you close your office door, and they’ll spend the rest of the day anxious and miserable, worrying that they’ve pissed you off even if it’s nothing to do with them, and under performing at whatever it is that you want them to do.
4. BE CONSIDERATE FOR OTHERS
5. DONT PRETEND THAT YOU HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS
Some of the most spectacular fuck-ups occur when people (usually men) overestimate their expertise and won’t admit it or change tack even when it becomes clear that they were wrong. Which it usually does. If you fuck up, then own it, own up and apologise. And never be afraid to ask someone who knows more than you for advice, even if you worry that you’ll look less competent as a result. It’s one of the easiest and most effective life hacks, along with reading books
6. BE INTERESTED AND YOU WILL BE INTERESTING
Read, watch and listen to things that give you stuff to talk about. Even better, ask people about their favourite conversation topic: themselves. And take pride in your work and your appearance, whatever they are. That’s more attractive than any particular status or set of clothes.
7. WORK TILL YOUR LAST BREATHE.
This one quality makes a large difference as many are giving up on their work and dont fuckin try it again.But this dont go with alphas, if they are on something they will do whatever it takes to complete the task. These traits make him a leader and the whole world cant stop appreciating their work.
A male having the highest rank in dominance hierarchy.
They have greater access to power, money, and mates, which they gain through physical prowess, intimidation, and domination. Alphas are typically described as the “real men.”
Alphas reach the top ranks in large organizations because they are natural leaders—comfortable with responsibility in a way non alphas can never be. Most people feel stress when they have to make important decisions; alphas get stressed when tough decisions don’t rest in their capable hands. For them, being in charge delivers such a thrill, they willingly take on levels of responsibility most rational people would find overwhelming. In fact, it’s hard to imagine the modern corporation without alpha leaders.
IDENTIFYING AN ALPHA
1) physical strength
2) courage in the face of fear or danger
3) mastery of difficult tasks
4) honor among his peer group.
HOW TO BE AN ALPHA
1. COMMUNICATION SKILLS
This is the most important trait of an alpha.
It’s not so much about what they say as the non-verbal cues that will tell you loud and clear that they’ve had a shit day, or that something’s on their mind. Dig deeper and listen some more. And however obvious the solution or what they should have done may seem to you, don’t offer unless it’s asked for. Generally speaking, what people want is a sympathetic ear, not a smart mouth.
2. BE FIRST TO SMILE.
Put out your hand, introduce yourself, crack a joke, break the ice. Yes, you risk embarrassment and non-reciprocation, but the other person will probably be grateful that you spared them from having to do it themselves, or standing there in silence while you both look intently at your phones and avoid eye contact.
3. BE AN APPROACHABLE LEADER
If you’re a leader, understand that you’re responsible for the happiness of the people around you. Come in with a face like thunder, ignoring everybody as you close your office door, and they’ll spend the rest of the day anxious and miserable, worrying that they’ve pissed you off even if it’s nothing to do with them, and under performing at whatever it is that you want them to do.
4. BE CONSIDERATE FOR OTHERS
Few people in life actively want to fail, whether in the office or on the five-a-side pitch. So if somebody is struggling, balling them out like a homicidal drill sergeant is unlikely to elicit a miraculous uptick in performance. Maybe try to encourage them, or understand the circumstances behind why they’re failing.
5. DONT PRETEND THAT YOU HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS
Some of the most spectacular fuck-ups occur when people (usually men) overestimate their expertise and won’t admit it or change tack even when it becomes clear that they were wrong. Which it usually does. If you fuck up, then own it, own up and apologise. And never be afraid to ask someone who knows more than you for advice, even if you worry that you’ll look less competent as a result. It’s one of the easiest and most effective life hacks, along with reading books
6. BE INTERESTED AND YOU WILL BE INTERESTING
Read, watch and listen to things that give you stuff to talk about. Even better, ask people about their favourite conversation topic: themselves. And take pride in your work and your appearance, whatever they are. That’s more attractive than any particular status or set of clothes.
7. WORK TILL YOUR LAST BREATHE.
This one quality makes a large difference as many are giving up on their work and dont fuckin try it again.But this dont go with alphas, if they are on something they will do whatever it takes to complete the task. These traits make him a leader and the whole world cant stop appreciating their work.
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