The Power of Thanking Others
By David Chadwick
My mom taught me a jingle that you may have heard as well: “There are two little magic words that can open any door with ease. One little word is thanks and the other little word is please.”
I’ve never forgotten this maxim. It has guided me in life. I’ve repeatedly tried to practice the power of thanking others at home and at work.
You are standing on the shoulders of someone else. Other people helped you become who you are today. If successful, I hope you’ve thanked them.
There’s enormous power in thanking others.
My college basketball coach was Dean Smith at the University of North Carolina. Anytime a player scored a basket, the player had to point to the teammate who had passed him the ball. If he didn’t, he was immediately taken out of the game and put on the bench.
Coach Smith knew the power of thanking others. He was trying to use the game of basketball to teach his players this important life principle.
Someone once said that great leaders cast a compelling vision and then continually thank the people who help the vision become a reality. He is correct.
Remember the importance of thanking others who work alongside you and help you get tasks done (Ephesians 1:16). Be sure to thank God for all the wonderful blessings you have (2 Corinthians 4:15). Develop a spirit of giving thanks all the time (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
Most great leaders know the power of thanking others.
Coach Smith instilled this practice into his players.
My mom taught it to me.
Thanking others opens many doors with ease.
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