YOUR INFLUENCE IS UNKNOWN—YOU MAY NEVER KNOW!
/Email newsletter - June 23, 2020
A SURPRISE CALL
One of my closest friends, Jill from Minnesota called me this week. Before I barely said hello, she was already talking to me, “Marcia, I didn’t think I’d like your book. I don’t really read those kinds of books (non-fiction, business, leadership?) But I LOVE your book. It’s like it was written yesterday! You’re talking about things that are real, that we’re facing like the riots and things I face in work and life! I love the stories already.” After a few minutes, she said she had to go; she wanted to continue reading.
THANKS, JILL FOR SHARING AND ENJOY!
YOUR INFLUENCE IS UNKNOWN—YOU MAY NEVER KNOW!
You can make a difference and have an impact. Most of the time you do the best you can. Others do, too!
It may be rare that by one moment of kindness, one kind comment of encouragement, one thank you, one hand-written card, you can positively influence someone’s career, direction, or life.
In challenging times, the support you can give that takes one minute can be meaningful for a lifetime to someone else.
Remember the time when:
You asked someone’s advice and then did something amazing with it?
A teacher or coach encouraged you, and it helped?
Your coach complimented you on your teamwork or efforts?
A mentor asked you questions and you discovered your passion?
Your friend referred you to someone who helped you?
Your parent had your back?
Remember to appreciate and encourage a child rather than criticize and put them down.
Remember to give the space to others so they can do some self-care (time for a nap, exercise, read, journal, daydream.)
Remember to make a phone call and spend time with those who you take for granted.
