Personally, as someone who is definitely not easy-going, it's pretty annoying to sit around every week and see articles about how low maintenance girls are better in every sense of the word. But it doesn't just stop at silly Total Frat Move articles. I came across an article in Forbes Magazine called "The (Unlucky) 13 Traits of High Maintenance People."

As I read it, I completely agreed with the points made by author Cheryl Conner. However, as a marketing major who aspires to end up with a high paying position at a prestigious job, I disagree with the notion that these traits are all "unlucky." And although written for the business world, full of CEOs, many of these traits apply to everyday high maintenance people as well. So, here are my favorite of the 13 traits Conner laid out for us as "unlucky."

1. They have urgent "needs."

I can completely see how this would annoy lots of people; constantly needing tasks to be done or answered right away. But as someone who is this way, I have to ask how this is considered entirely negative. Being tedious, on time (or ahead of the game), and efficient is an "unlucky" trait? Yes, sometimes this behavior can stress me out, but that's my own problem more than it is anyone else's and if it keeps me on track and successful than why is that bothering you?

2. They have a sense of entitlement.

I think this one is tricky because every person, even high maintenance, is different. Of course those who think they should be bowed down to are taking it too far, but there's nothing wrong with a little self confidence, knowing what you deserve, and being number one, especially if you work for it. Not just in business but in relationships, this entitlement is often confused with a girl who's stuck up and thinks who the hell she is. However, that girl is probably worth the work to crack her hard shell. She knows her self-worth which is why she has this sense of entitlement and isn't afraid to let the world know she won't settle for less than what she deserves.

3. They cling to stories of personal wrongs from the past.

Here, Conner says that high maintenance people allow their past failures to become, "justification for extra support, lower work expectations, or greater entitlements now." I would have to completely disagree with this statement. I can't speak for everyone, but when I fail, yes it haunts me, but it pushes me to be better, perfect even, and never allow a mistake like that to happen again. High maintenance people don't use their failures as a scapegoat but rather work their ass off to never make the same mistake again.

4. They are seldom satisfied.

Of course this is true! This is the most true statement of the 13. However, unlucky? No. Annoying to others? Yes. But not unlucky. Being unsatisfied results in perfection and striving to make things better. Yes, it's annoying when things are great the way they are and a high maintenance person feels the need to fix them but I truly believe a lot of things in this world were just mediocre before they were made better because of what might have seemed like "unnecessary improvements."

5. They place a high importance on material status.

Sadly, many things in life that are the best of the best, don't come free. Part of striving to be the best and always trying perfect everything has to do with belongings as well; whether those belongings be bags and clothes or transportation and presidential suites. Remember that while you may think someone has nice things because their personality or self esteem is shitty, realize that some people just happen to have the money to afford the sweeter things in life. Seeing someone who places value on material things is not always someone who's devoid of love or thinks their possessions make them better; sometimes it's just because they take pride in their appearance, and their details, which leads me to my next point.

6. They are obsessed with details -- theirs and yours.

Paying close attention to detail isn't always a negative attribute. If a situation involves listening to details, they're more likely to remember because they care. If the situation involves details about themselves, they're more likely to be pristine and perfectly prepared whether for a presentation at work or a first date with someone. And if they're too involved with your details it's only because they care. Realize that it's their attention to detail and rather than their lack-there-of that made them notice whatever it may be.

My overall argument is while these things can be seen as negative (and they sometimes are), they may work for a lot of people because everyone operates differently. While those who are easy-going may be more laid back and happy, those who are high maintenance strive for greatness, always want to be the best, look the best and have the best, and never want to settle for what they think can be made even more successful. These traits empower me to be a better person rather than tear me down and effect those around me and I'm sure many others are just like I am.