Regardless of the Panic, Do Not Cheat Yourself Out of a Good Reputation
- Mar 17, 2025
- 4 min read
Written by Katie Queue, Life Coach and Spiritual Guide
Katie Queue is a gifted and well-known psychic medium and life coach with a unique background in both corporate and spirituality. Voted "Top Psychic" and with continually rising acclaim, Katie's reputation in the spiritual community speaks for itself. With over 10,000 positive reviews worldwide.
I talk to people, a lot of people, and continuously. I have noticed many things, one of which is the connection between attitude, behaviour, and results. Sometimes, I outsource a few jobs, and sometimes, I go to specific places for certain things, but what guarantees I won’t return is the feeling of being ripped off. I recently did a job and timed myself; it took fifteen minutes. I then hired someone else to do the same job and was billed for three hours. I won’t be returning.
I frequently see a strong correlation between attitudes and results, making it impossible to ignore.
Here are a few insights that will help you understand the structured mindset of a successful person and how you can apply it to yourself.
At 6 a.m., my local swimming pool is full of entrepreneurs, CEOs, and managers. They are preparing for their day, motivating themselves, and energizing for what lies ahead. At 6 p.m., the swimming pool is filled with people who have had a stressful day and are decompressing. Which group is creating, and which one is reacting?
When I outsource, those who need money immediately tend to overcharge, focusing only on a short-term solution without considering the bigger picture. They overcharge and burn every bridge along the way. Which one is creating, and which one is reacting?
When I meet new people, and they ask politely, “How are you?” I respond with, “Yes, I’m really good, thank you. And yourself?” Those who have success in their lives ask further questions and genuinely engage. Those who are constantly stressed and focused only on themselves do not ask follow-up questions and make the conversation entirely about themselves. Which one is creating an opportunity, and which one is merely reacting to it?
When a client books me, the ones who truly want success are open, on time, and diligent. They want to create, they want to learn, and they are fully invested. They also leave great reviews and show appreciation. They are present.
The ones who arrive late, are disorganized, expect discounts, and create chaos, no matter how much you accommodate them, do not leave reviews. They are late, chaotic, and slow to make payments, which causes unnecessary delays. So, who is creating, and who is reacting?
What I have noticed about people who are not as successful as they wish to be is that they focus on the wrong things. They think in a shortsighted way and dwell on problems. There seems to be a constant need to fix things, a tendency to worry, and an anticipation of the worst.
Among my clients who achieve great success, I see them showing up, even when they know they will be made redundant. They are the first ones in the office, eager to tackle the negative tasks early. They pay their bills on time, get out of bed, and take action. It’s a creative energy, an attitude of "I want to spend the least amount of energy on this problem and start generating something new."
The gym is full at 6 a.m. with creators. My clients show up on time for appointments and approach challenges with a mindset that prioritizes resolution.
Avoid the drag. Avoid the worry. Negativity exists for everyone, but how you handle it matters. Fueling your worries will bring more worries. Tolerating bad behaviour will create more of the same. However, directing your energy in a positive way will inevitably lead to solutions and new opportunities.
Another important factor in success is communication. Those who are successful and continue to be will talk to anyone, from the postman to the waitress. Those who are not successful tend to lean toward an attitude of entitlement.
A great example of this is a postman I knew, a lovely guy. We spoke every day, and I found out his wife is a big-time movie director. He only worked as a postman because he had nothing else to do and genuinely loved the job.
Below me lived an actress. She was an opportunist and would only befriend people if she thought they could do something for her. Naturally, she ignored the postman and couldn’t care less about him. I never said anything, and neither did he. And so, an opportunity, right there on her proverbial doorstep, was lost. She missed a once-in-a-lifetime chance because of her attitude and mindset, thinking she didn’t have to respect her postman.
Opportunity lies in the cracks. It goes unannounced, doesn’t owe you anything, and is quiet.
Show up, be kind, be open, and, more importantly, be grateful. I have never seen someone with these qualities fail. Opportunities are silent, and they will find you, but your attitude can prevent them from entering your life.
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Katie Queue, Life Coach and Spiritual Guide
Katie Queue is a leader in her field. She is the editor-in-chief of two magazines, Katie Queue Magazine and the Impact Formula, where she has featured Grammy Award Winners, Ivor Novello Award Nominees, Record Breakers and many more. The Impact Formula is making an impact and has a reach of 410,000 people. Katie also has a growing podcast audience with over 10,000 plays. Katie works with celebrities and non-celebrities to help them carve out a more confident and authentic version of themselves.
