I love what Nordstrom did. They placed signs that said, essentially, we are going to honor Thanksgiving; no other holiday decorations will be put out until this holiday is celebrated! Job well done. Thanksgiving needs some breathing room. It is a special time, generally uncommercialized and focused on the simple value of thankfulness. After all, [...]
Last week, I made available my first ebook – Your Glass of Life: Growing. Social media instigated it. Although my life and thoughts are in the words, it came together by getting involved with Twitter and engaging fully in what this community offers. Here is the story of how Your Glass of Life came together. [...]
It finally came; an email letting me know that Thin Difference is now on Alltop! Thin Difference is listed in the Inspiration category under Culture. I am excited to be included in Alltop and, especially, in this category. Included here are many of the blogs I respect and set a high bar in quality and insights. [...]
Receiving a “congratulations,” a “thank you,” or a “job well done” from someone is usually gratifying. It is raises the individual or team satisfaction levels… usually. There is a scenario when it seems hollow and ineffective. It is ineffectual when the appreciation is sprinkled sparingly in a field of criticism and second-guessing. Pick a time [...]
Most of my grade school years happened in the late 1960s/early 1970s, so some of the things that happened would not happen today. Regardless of any political incorrectness, certain lessons still rise to the top of my memories. Where I grew up, elementary school was Kindergarten to Sixth Grade. For these teachers, I appreciate their [...]
Take time to hand write a note of appreciation for gifts received. Mail a thank you note. A few tips.
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