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Thoughtfulness is something that many people think about, but often do not act upon.  It takes so little to be thoughtful and I feel it goes along way no matter when it takes place.  Here are just a few ideas about being thoughtful that I keep in my tool box.  I share these with you as a sample of the "Random Acts of Kindness" that I apply to my life daily.  These help me through the day, and make the day of those that are the recipients.

Does Anyone Work Here????

Have you ever gone into a business and there were a number of people behind the counter and you instantly became invisible?  I can't explain why this happens, but I often do not feel that there has been enough emphasis on good customer service.  I think it is essential for any type of business or service industry to really make it a point to provide training especially in the area of customer service.  Business' can succeed or fail based on this one particular area. 

Simmer Down

Have you ever been so inspired that you want to do everything at once?  I am going through that right now.  What is important is that you take this amazing anxiety in baby steps.  This is not to deflate your energy, but to be sure that you are putting things into perspective and getting the most value out of what your are so inspired to do.  Here are a few tips for keeping your inspiration in check so that you are really getting the true value of your endeavor.

Chose Wisely Grasshopper

In your business and life journey, it is essential that you very carefully weigh the pros and cons of your choices.  On my journey to really build my internet market in a positive and supportive way, I need to make some key decision on what and where I need to put my emphasis.  As part of that strategy, it has to meet the FunSchway test to be acceptable for my expectations.  Here are some key things that I consider essential.

Miscellaneous Inspiration

Have you ever stop to think about those things in life that inspire you?  Yesterday I ran across something that I thought was great inspiration for aspiring speakers, trainers, and educators.  I had never seen something like this before and thought it was a brilliant collection of ideas and tips.

Breaker Breaker One Nine...Come in Rubber Ducky

As my journey continues, I find the importance of staying in contact with business associates just as important as personal acquaintances and our families.  I mentioned in a previous BLOG about the importance of a support group, and your business associates are key to that support.  I attended another amazing training the other day entitled Out of Sight, Out of Mind, and Out of Pocket by Susan Dakuzaku.  It really drove home this connection.

Support Community

The value of expanding your network of friends and business relationships is very important.  This is one way of feeling like your connected.  As you get older this becomes a critical part of your well being. 

Baby Steps

How do you eat an elephant?  One bite at a time.  Today I found that there was quite a bit that I was able to accomplish.  I was keeping a mental note of small things that I wanted to remember to do.  Even though it was somewhat scattered, I was able to collect my thoughts and do just a few things that were in the direction of organization.