Working with Smart People Is Great

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Working with Kind and Humble People Is Next-Level Amazing

In a world where intelligence is often prized above all else, there’s something that stands out even more than raw brilliance:

👉 Character.

Yes—working with smart people is great.

They solve problems. They innovate. They bring big ideas to the table.

But when you combine intelligence with kindness and humility—

that’s when the real magic happens.

Smart Gets Things Done.

Humble Gets Things Built.

Smart people know what to do.

Kind and humble people know how to bring others with them.

They listen.

They credit the team.

They admit when they’re wrong.

They don’t lead with ego—they lead with empathy.

And in today’s divided world, that’s exactly the kind of leadership we need.

Why Kindness Wins in the Long Run

Here’s what happens when you work with people who are kind and humble:

• 🤝 Trust grows fast

  
  

  You don’t have to look over your shoulder. You know they have your back.

• 🧠 Ideas flow better

  
  

  There’s no competition, just collaboration. Everyone feels safe to share.

• ❤️ Loyalty runs deep

  
  

  People don’t just follow great minds. They follow great hearts.

• 🌱 Growth multiplies

  
  

  No one’s afraid to ask questions or admit they don’t know something. That creates a culture of learning.

Smart people build momentum.

Kind and humble people build movements.

Ego Slows Everything Down

Even the smartest person in the room becomes a liability if they’re driven by pride.

• A proud person silences others.

• A humble person amplifies others.

• A rude genius creates tension.

• A kind teammate creates momentum.

So yes—intelligence matters.

But it’s humility that unlocks the full potential of a team.

What This Means for Leaders and Teams

If you’re building something that matters—an organization, a mission, a community—you need more than IQ. You need EQ (emotional intelligence).

Look for people who:

• Say “We” more than “I.”

• Give credit. Share success. Accept feedback.

• Don’t just want to be right—they want to do what’s right.

• Are brilliant, but never make you feel small.

Final Word:

People First. Always.

At Covenant of Courage and JLBC Cadet Corps, we don’t just seek smart people.

We look for servant leaders—those who are sharp, but stay grounded.

Driven, but not arrogant.

Powerful, but peaceful.

Because working with smart people is great.

But working with kind, humble people?

That’s how you change the world.

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Choose Your Circle: Build a Tribe That Elevates You

We’ve all heard it before:

“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”

But let’s take that further.

You are the energy you allow into your space.

You are the standard your circle sets for itself.

You are the vision that your people either push you toward—or pull you away from.

The Power of the Right Circle

The people around you are either:

• Fueling your growth, or

• Feeding your fears.

When you’re around people who are driven, disciplined, kind-hearted, and focused—something inside you shifts. You begin to think bigger. You hold yourself to a higher standard. You stop settling.

This is not about arrogance or cutting everyone off.

It’s about protecting your peace and elevating your purpose.

What the Right People Do

Here’s what the right kind of circle looks like:

💡 They challenge you — not to compete, but to improve.

🎯 They speak life into your goals, even when you’re doubting yourself.

📈 They celebrate your wins, not resent them.

🧘🏽‍♂️ They don’t bring drama, but clarity.

🔥 They inspire you, just by how they live.

They don’t drain your energy—they multiply it.

What to Leave Behind

If your circle is full of gossip, jealousy, backhanded compliments, and constant negativity, you’re not growing—you’re surviving.

Let go of:

• 🚫 People who want your attention, but not your success.

• 🚫 Circles that normalize complaining and chaos.

• 🚫 “Friends” who disappear when you start leveling up.

You’re not heartless for outgrowing old environments.

You’re wise.

Higher Goals. Good Vibes. Positive Energy.

The right people won’t question your ambition—they’ll add to it.

They won’t sabotage your peace—they’ll protect it.

They won’t just say “I’m proud of you”—they’ll be proud with you, because they’re growing too.

Let your inner circle reflect your future, not your past.

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✊ Surround yourself with visionaries, builders, warriors, and peacemakers.

At Covenant of Courage and JLBC Cadet Corps, that’s what we do—form real communities that challenge you to lead, serve, and grow.

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✨ No drama. No mess. Just discipline, mission, and people who want to win with you.

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How Law Students Can Earn Credit Through Public Service

By Covenant of Courage | In Partnership with JLBC Cadet Corps and the #ReasonableRanks Campaign

⚖️ Bridging Education and Impact

Every law student enters the field with a dream of justice — to use their education not just for a paycheck, but for purpose. Yet many don’t realize that their journey toward becoming an attorney can start right now through public service credit programs that count toward graduation.

At Covenant of Courage and the JLBC Cadet Corps, law students are finding ways to earn academic credit while making a measurable difference in the lives of veterans, service members, and youth. Through hands-on advocacy, policy work, and legal education projects, they’re transforming classroom theory into real-world impact.

📚 Understanding How Credit Works

Most accredited law schools, guided by the American Bar Association (ABA) Standards 303 and 304, allow students to fulfill experiential learning or pro bono requirements by engaging in supervised public service.

Students typically earn credit through:

• Externships or field placements with approved nonprofit organizations.

• Pro bono service under attorney supervision.

• Policy or legislative research contributing to public benefit.

• Community legal education programs focused on veterans, civil rights, or social justice.

Each hour spent helping real people — whether drafting a memo, researching a regulation, or assisting in outreach — can count toward fulfilling graduation requirements while building a résumé rooted in purpose.

🪖 Where Law Meets Leadership: Covenant of Courage & Reasonable Ranks

Through Covenant of Courage’s Reasonable Ranks initiative, law students can participate in real legal advocacy aimed at reforming military discharge policy and advancing disability rights for service members.

Examples of qualifying service include:

• Drafting policy briefs and legislative proposals for discharge reform.

• Conducting comparative legal research on the ADA and military policy.

• Preparing veteran rights materials and community legal education sessions.

• Supporting outreach to congressional offices and veteran organizations.

Under the supervision of licensed attorneys and faculty advisors, students gain direct exposure to civil rights law, administrative law, and military justice — fields that rarely appear in standard internships.

🧩 Building Bridges With Psychology and Public Service Programs

Covenant of Courage also partners with psychology and social work departments, enabling interdisciplinary teams of students to tackle issues like moral injury, veteran homelessness, and the psychological effects of involuntary separation.

Law students collaborate with psychology students on:

• Case assessments (legal + mental health lens).

• Public awareness campaigns highlighting veteran rights.

• Community-based problem-solving, where both fields intersect in real time.

This cooperative learning model prepares students to enter the workforce with empathy, practical skill, and cross-disciplinary competence.

🏛️ How to Get Involved

1. Check Your School’s Externship or Service-Learning Office

   
   

   • Ask if your law school has approved partnerships with nonprofit or advocacy organizations like Covenant of Courage.

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3. Request a Field Placement Agreement

   
   

   • Most schools require a formal MOU defining supervision, learning objectives, and academic credit per hour.

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5. Contact Covenant of Courage

   
   

   • Apply to join our Law & Leadership Practicum or Reasonable Ranks Internship Track for law and pre-law students.

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7. Track and Reflect

   
   

   • Keep a journal of hours, activities, and learning outcomes for evaluation and future bar service reporting.

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🌎 Why It Matters

Earning credit through public service is more than a résumé booster — it’s a chance to live out the oath you’ll one day take as a member of the legal profession. You’re not just learning about the law — you’re learning how to use it to make systems fairer, communities stronger, and voices heard.

Every case file, every veteran story, every policy draft you touch contributes to something bigger than yourself — a living movement of justice in action.

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