ignoring people’s reasonable needs and requests, or speaking in a harsh, condescending tone conveys a lack of respect. When you don’t show basic courtesy and consideration for those around you, it understandably causes them to lose respect for you in return. For example, interrupting a coworker while explaining their idea during a meeting shows you don’t value their contribution. Similarly, if you blast music without regard for dorm mates trying to study or sleep, the disruption exhibits inconsideration that erodes mutual respect.