Thank You.....Duh!!!!

I have written in my book (www.therippleeffectbook) and professed the same advice for years....don't keep score!!! When you do something good for someone don't go into it expecting something in return, not now, not tomorrow, NOT EVER! In fact, if you do something in thought, word, or deed do it only if you have the right reasons in mind....to benefit someone other than yourself. Otherwise don't do it. PLEASE!

Completely opposite advice when you are on the receiving end of someone's good deed or action. I encourage you to not only keep score and remember those who have helped you but do something that is over an above to show the individual how much you appreciate their thoughtfullness and the positive action taken for your benefit.

I am amazed at how many people don't remember to even say "thank you" when somethng is done for their benefit. Is there a bigger DUH? At minimum, sharing those two little words, you reinforce that you are not appreciative of someone's effort but you acknowledge them for doing something that they didn't have to do. Deep down, all of us want to be recognized for doing something good right?

I have a friend who is attempting to grow her business. I know of many people (including myself) who have gone out of their way to help her by introducing her to their clients which has resulted in several opportunities for her. What has she failed to do? You guessed it!

So when will the chickens come home to roost? In her particular case, they already have. The likely did the minute she forgot to acknowledge the first opportunity with a thank you in the first place.

My challenge to you: Are there people who have gone out of their way to do something for you that you haven't given proper acknowledgement to? If so, you should stop what you are doing, write that email, pick up that phone and say three other words...."I am sorry!" Then proceed with the aforementioned "Thank you!" It is never too late to correct a misstep and trust me, you will make an impression by acknowledging them...regardless of how long it has been.

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