This was an interesting topic today as I was looking at this shop and how this guy seemed to have awards and accomplishments plastered everywhere. Some of the items were simply contests as well that seemed to be more of a small event. However, it was obvious that he wasn’t shy in showing in off. I was talking to another person about this and we were saying how this in a way gives him credibility to those that have never dealt with him.
Many times too amongst the same community of people they would argue to no end at how so and so’s accomplishments don’t mean much because it wasn’t as difficult to accomplish or as noteworthy compared to another person’s accomplishment. So therefore, they don’t bother to tell people about it. Like anything there has to be some balance. For example, I’m sure you wouldn’t want to plaster your accomplishments on how you got a gold star for getting good grades in elementary school. However, the little things such as winning local contest or being featured in small publications is a good way to help yourself stand out I think. Like they say, can’t be afraid to brag a little.