Last week I received an unexpected package.
I hadn’t ordered anything online recently, yet here was a rather large box from a company I’d never heard of, FunkyChunky.
When I opened it, I discovered two giant-size jars filled with chocolate-coated popcorn and pretzels. There were THREE kinds of chocolate. My kind of treat.
I couldn’t wait to see who’d sent it.
But alas, there was no card inside.
It was the start of the Labor Day weekend, and I discovered that FunkyChunky’s offices were closed for the holiday. So I had to wait 3 days to find out the name of the mystery gift-giver.
And when I found out, I was tickled…but not totally surprised.
That’s because I know that Robert Skrob has learned one of the most valuable lessons in life…the importance of saying Thank You in a special way when someone else does something nice for you.
You see, I’d recently bought and read Robert’s new Book, Your Association Shortcut, and I was so impressed with what I learned from studying it that I decided to write a review on Amazon. I emailed Robert a copy of my review and gave him permission to use what I said on his website or in other promotional material.
As a business owner, I know the importance of testimonials from satisfied customers. I’ve known Robert for a few years and have always appreciated the quality of his work. I was simply looking for a way to help out a colleague.
I did not expect anything in return.
But Robert is not like most people. He’s a savvy businessman and terrific human being. He understands at a very deep level the importance and power of acknowledging people who go out of their way to do something nice for him.
And so, he didn't take what I did for granted. And he didn’t settle for an email thank-you or even a hand-written note. He sent a special gift that I was sure to enjoy…and remember.
When others perform an act of kindness or thoughtfulness for you, how do you express your appreciation? Or do you even thank them at all?
Whether it’s a business or personal situation, you’ll make a strong, positive impression if you find unusual or unique ways to acknowledge what the person has done.
Life is all about relationships. You’re either strengthening them by what you say and do, or you’re allowing them to weaken.
Starting today, make a point to notice the positive things other people do for you, and find a way to express your appreciation in a way that makes them feel good.
And there's an added benefit. YOU will feel good, too.
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Monday, December 6, 2010
Gratitude - Express Appreciation to the People in Your Life.
When you’re having a busy day, it’s not easy to tell others how much you appreciate them. Yet finding ways to value others is one of the best investments you can make to strengthen relationships. In this video I explain the payoffs for taking time to speak positive words to the people you care about.
What simple habits can you adopt for showing your appreciation to others on a daily basis?
What simple habits can you adopt for showing your appreciation to others on a daily basis?
"Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others." - Marcus Tullius Cicero, Roman orator
“When something does not insist on being noticed, when we aren't grabbed by the collar or struck on the skull by a presence or an event, we take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude.” - Cynthia Ozick, American novelist
"Silent gratitude isn't very much use to anyone." - Gertrude Stein, American novelist
“Change your life by consciously choosing to be in a state of gratitude.” – Wayne Dyer, American author
“Gratitude is the heart's memory.” - French Proverb
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