Respectfulness 
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor; Romans 12:10
This is a good definition of respect — to give preference to one another in honor. The American Heritage® Dictionary defines it as, to feel or show deferential regard for; esteem or admire; avoid interfering with or intruding upon; the state of being regarded with honor or esteem; consideration or appreciation. Respect shows itself in a number of ways.
In speech — active listening. Don’t be distracted. Don’t interrupt. Don’t hijack. Don’t speak over — or under. Ask clarifying questions. Ask for feedback. Paraphrase and summarize — repeat back what you heard to make sure you heard it correctly. Don’t assume. When you’re done speaking ask, “Does that make sense?” Again, Steven Covey says it well, “Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” Take time to understand! Communication & Connection is one of the top three things that we need to do correctly in order to lead well. Be slow to speak and quick to listen (James 1:19). Be polite, warm, courteous, especially when the conversation is going to be hard.
In action — in general, let others go first. Be patient, kind, gentle, and self-controlled. Do things that honor others. This includes your spouse and children! Teach them to respect by respecting them! Be civil. Enforce boundaries. Value them and their opinions/thoughts. Be grateful. Show compassion. Don’t assume — get clarity. Do not gossip about others to anyone. Show empathy. Admit (own it!) and apologize when you are wrrrrrrrrrong! Show manners. Include them in activities. You reach Level 2 Leadership, by honoring and loving others, building relationships, caring for them — Level 2: Permission — you must get other people’s permission to be able to lead them! More on Level 2 in February. People will not give you permission to lead them if you don’t treat them with respect. If you don’t have good character traits, you will train people… not to follow you! If you cannot respect the person, and there are people that are hard to respect, at least deal with the situation in a respectful way. Slow down. Think first. Wisdom dictates kindness and respect.
Pray: Lord, help me respect everyone and give care in my speech and my actions. Let me honor all. Even during the hard times.
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