Do you want to give someone something that may be more valued than anything you can buy? I've compiled my top 5 gifts that cost you practically nothing and expresses your heartfelt appreciation for someone you love.
Gifts of appreciation, Gratitude, low cost gift giving ideas, ways to show appreciation
We tend to repeat what we are comfortable doing. We often put off trying something new because it is out of our comfort zone. That is why, when it comes to communicating well, you simply need to get out of your comfort zone and do or say something that you aren’t very comfortable with.
Betty Lochner, communication tips, Confident Communication, trying new things
If you are business owner or manager, you know that your team and clients are your most valuable asset. They have helped you reach new goals and helped make your business a success. Without them you wouldn’t be where you are today.
I learned a bit about gratitude this summer. Kenny and I went to Glacier National Park for a 10-day hiking trip. Unfortunately, weather prevented us from hiking all but three of the days we were there. This led to quite a bit of unexpected downtime in White Fish, Montana. On our many walks around the town, I browsed in bookstores to find a new gratitude journal. My vision was a journal with prompts for different ways to explore gratitude with lots of room for doodling. I couldn’t find what I was looking for. In the week we had in our
Appreciation, Gratitude, gratitude habits, gratitude journal, intentional gratitude
Do you work or live with a difficult person? Want to know how to handle them better?
As technology allows people to do more tasks at the same time, living the myth that we can multitask has never been stronger. However, researchers say it's still a myth — and they have the data to prove it.
communication studies, communication tips, effective communication, multi-tasking, multi-tasking and communication
Sometimes the best communication teachers are found where you least expect it. I've learned some of my best networking tips from a small business owner.
Confident Communication, Connections, relationship networking
Our plan was to spend a week hiking in Glacier National Park. We were filled with gratitude and excited for the adventure to begin. And then it did.
Appreciation, Glacier National Park, gratidute, hiking adventure, train adventure
One of my top communication tips is about shoveling your piles while they are small. Dealing with communication issues right away is a communication skill that may seem obvious, but most of us don't naturally do it.
business communication, clear communication, Communication Tip, effective communication, having a difficult conversation, How to improve relationships
Everyone has a real need to feel appreciated and valued. Showing genuine appreciation is one of the most powerful communication tools you can develop. It will open doors to better conversations, more positive exchanges, and ultimately better relationships at both work and at home.
Appreciation, communication and leadership, effective communication, Gratitude, Relationships
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Intentional Gratitude Journal