Top 14 Traits of High Performers (Do These Now!) | The Bedros Keuilian Show E026

What Makes a Man Admirable?

In this video, Bedros Keuilian talks about the traits that he admires in men. He shares a story about his friend Chanta and their trip to San Felipe, Mexico.

Traits of an Admirable Man

• A man who can carry his own weight physically, mentally, emotionally, financially, and metaphorically is admirable.

• An admirable man is someone who has integrity and stands up for what he believes in.

• A man who takes responsibility for his actions and doesn't blame others is admirable.

• An admirable man is someone who is loyal to his friends and family.

Story About Chanta's Trip to San Felipe

• Bedros shares a story about his friend Chanta and their trip to San Felipe, Mexico.

• They went there hoping to blend in with college students on spring break and meet girls.

• While at a nightclub, Chanta got drunk and sat down on the dance floor as soap suds filled the room.

• Bedros had to get him up before he drowned in the suds. They met some girls from another hotel but it's unclear what happened next.

Fun Trip to San Felipe, Mexico

In this section, the speaker shares a story about a fun trip he took with his friend Chanta to San Felipe, Mexico. They had an interesting encounter with some girls in their hotel room and also got stopped by federalis on their way back.

Fun Night Out

• The speaker and his friend Chanta went out for a night of partying in San Felipe, Mexico.

• On their way back to their hotel, they stumbled upon an open door of some girls' hotel room.

• Upon entering the room, they found the girls passed out in their bras and panties.

• The speaker and Chanta decided not to touch them and left the room.

Traits of Great Men

• The speaker admires his friend Chanta for being an amazing father and contributing positively to society.

• Chanta has been a great friend to the speaker through dark times.

• A man who keeps his promises is someone of higher reputation, value, and self-worth.

• A man who never seeks approval or validation from others is admirable.

• During one of the evolutions at "the project," candidates are tested for loyalty to peers. Some turn on each other for validation and approval.

Who's the Top Dog?

In this section, the speaker talks about how people seek validation from others instead of themselves. He shares a story about how instructors at "the project" compete over who's the top dog.

Seeking Validation

• People seek validation from others instead of themselves.

• The speaker shares a story about how instructors at "the project" compete over who's the top dog.

• Seeking validation from others is a sign of low self-esteem and confidence.

The Importance of Self-Esteem

In this section, the speaker talks about the importance of self-esteem and how it affects one's life.

Importance of Self-Esteem

• Self-esteem is crucial to one's success in life.

• People with high self-esteem are more likely to take risks and achieve their goals.

• Low self-esteem can lead to negative thoughts and behaviors that hold people back from reaching their potential.

Conclusion

In this section, the speaker concludes his talk by encouraging listeners to focus on building their self-esteem and not seeking validation from others.

Building Self-Esteem

• Building self-esteem requires taking action towards achieving one's goals.

• Focus on building your own reputation instead of seeking validation from others.

• Don't let fear hold you back from achieving your dreams.

Seeking Approval and Validation

In this section, the speaker talks about how seeking approval or validation from others is unnecessary. He emphasizes that individuals should not put anyone on a pedestal and should recognize themselves as the top dog.

Seeking Approval and Validation

• Seeking approval or validation from another person is unnecessary.

• Individuals should not put anyone on a pedestal, including athletes, celebrities, or presidents.

• Recognize yourself as the top dog and do not seek validation from anyone else.

• Do not give another man power over you by seeking their approval or validation.

The Importance of Being On Time

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of being punctual. He believes that if someone is late, it is unforgivable.

Being On Time

• If you are on time, you are late; if you are early, then you are on time.

• Being late is unforgivable.

• A man should be in control of his time and show up on time or early.

Carrying Your Own Weight

In this section, the speaker talks about carrying your own weight physically, mentally, emotionally, financially and metaphorically. He believes that everyone should manage their thoughts and emotions without putting them onto others.

Carrying Your Own Weight

• Carry your own weight physically by being strong and courageous.

• Manage your own thoughts and emotions without putting them onto others.

• Carry your own weight financially by being an asset to humanity.

• It is acceptable to carry the weight for someone who is disabled or old, but a grown man should be able to carry his own weight.

Being of Service to Those You Lead

In this section, the speaker talks about being in service to those you lead. He believes that leaders should not exploit their followers and should instead serve them.

Being of Service to Those You Lead

• Leaders should be in service of those they lead.

• Exploiting followers is not acceptable.

• A leader should work hard and serve their team.

The Traits of a Man to Admire

In this section, the speaker talks about the traits that make a man admirable.

Traits of an Admirable Man

• An admirable man is aggressive, urgent and violent but self-controlled.

• He is also kind, gentle and loving.

• He knows how to listen actively and not just waiting for his turn to talk.

• He is fit and athletic, which shows he has traits such as consistency, focus, discipline, delayed gratification and grit.

• He knows how to earn money, protect it, multiply it and be generous with it.

• He is a gentleman who can open doors for others and walk on the street side of the sidewalk when walking with a child or woman or elderly person.

• He is well-spoken and a thinker.

Money Amplifies Who You Already Are

• Money amplifies who you already are. If you are broke or unkind then having more money will only amplify those traits.

• Money does not buy happiness but it can amplify your personality.

A Gentleman Must Protect

• A gentleman must protect others. Being a gentleman means being equal parts savage and servant perfectly balanced into one.

Introduction

The speaker talks about the alarming rate at which people are dying, especially after taking the vaccine. He also wonders if there is a coincidence between this and world-class athletes falling dead across different sports.

Ideology and Confidence

The speaker talks about how being locked into one ideology makes one a brainwashed idiot. He also explains that confidence comes from keeping promises to oneself and stacking wins over time, but controlling ego is important.

• Confidence is a byproduct of keeping promises to yourself and stacking wins over time.

• Controlling ego is important for developing confidence.

• A man who develops his confidence while humbly controlling his ego is admirable.

Resilience

The speaker admires people who have gone through hardship and suffering, faced adversity in their lives, yet have risen out of it with resourcefulness, resiliency, and a relentless mindset.

• People who have seen hardship and suffering are admired for their resilience.

• Resourcefulness, resiliency, and a relentless mindset help people rise out of adversity.

• Men who develop these traits become role models to others.

Role Modeling

The speaker emphasizes the importance of living a role model life where what you say publicly on social media aligns with your actions at home or work. He encourages viewers to be congruent in front of their kids so that they can catch the best things from them.

• Kids catch the best things from their parents.

• Being congruent in front of kids is important.

• Living a role model life is essential.

Conclusion

The speaker thanks viewers for watching and listening to the episode and encourages them to leave comments on traits they admire. He reminds viewers that success is their responsibility, and their lives can change in an instant when they are ready to flip the switch.

• Viewers are thanked for watching and listening.

• Leaving comments on traits admired is encouraged.

• Success is the viewer's responsibility.