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A Surprising Metric

At the end of the fiscal year, businesses analyze profits, assess wins and losses, and evaluate teams—all important metrics.

But the true test of success? It often shows up in unexpected moments.

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The Illuminator's Gift

My grandfather, Papa Sam, immigrated from Poland and never missed a day at Barton’s Department Store in Selma, Alabama.

At 80, when he could no longer stand for long stretches, he took a seat by the front door. Not to rest—but to greet.

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How Saying Nothing, Says Confidence

In the movie, The Big Short, Ryan Gosling’s character, Jared Vennett is standing at a table in front of 3 colleagues. Piece by piece, he slowly builds a Jenga wooden structure. At its highest point, he swings his hand, knocks it over and the wooden pieces scatter across the table.

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Are You a Glib-Wiz?

Sam walked into our session with positive energy radiating from every core of his being: enthusiasm, readiness and a big smile to match. I watched two of his videos where he demonstrated that same energy. Sam’s a glib-wiz – those folks who know their business or their products so well – they can speak about it in a moment’s notice.

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How to communicate belonging

This week, be deliberate to greet, acknowledge and attend to people: colleagues, children, clients and cashiers to name a few. Practice your own version of hakhnasat orkhim. Balloons are optional!

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How long will you wait?

Your presence, your voice, and your message represent a valuable social currency that when shared with others, becomes an invaluable asset for all.

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