Step 20

Understanding That People Notice Patterns

Freshmen sometimes assume people notice:

Usually, people remember broader patterns instead:

One awkward moment rarely defines someone as much as they think it does.

People usually remember patterns more than isolated moments. Small, repeated behaviors shape trust and reputation more than single moments do.

Start your Reputation Signals Note.

Choose one environment:

Then write: “Three words people there might currently associate with me are…”

Circle the one that feels most accurate.

Then add: “One behavior that probably contributes to that is ______.”

Optional categories:

What kind of reputation do you think naturally fits who you are — not just who you think you are “supposed” to be?

What do you think teachers or classmates are beginning to notice about how you show up?