Our lives improve dramatically when we commit to helping others!
When we encounter each new person as a "friend unmet" we open the door to a fascinating circle of stories, experiences and opportunities.
We all know people who approach the world with an attitude that screams, "what can you do for me?" Their arrogance and self-centeredness are most off-putting. It's easy, however, to recognize and embrace their lovely counterparts, who are eager and willing to offer advice, introductions, referrals and assistance. These ever helpful individuals tend to be magnets for success. People are most eager to reciprocate kindnesses.
An unexpected note of thanks or congratulations provides simple and effective encouragement. So does providing unsolicited recommendations for deserving friends and colleagues on LinkedIn.
When we do nice things for others without any expectations of reciprocity, we are often pleasantly surprised by the positive ripple impacts. I've been fascinated by chains of customers "paying it forward" at coffee shops. When I googled "pay it forward coffee", 153,000 hits were found. What a vivid example of anonymous small acts of kindness making the world more friendly and connected.
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