Maximizing Performance Through Applied Common Sense*

Do you ever notice when somebody does something to you that really touches your heart, you say, “That really made my day.”  Well, very often you can get your day made by making somebody else’s day.  We read the newspaper and we listen to news all the time about random acts of violence, when people are upset and all we do is feel afraid, unhappy, and angry.  On the other hand, every once in a while, somebody will do something that will make your day.  What are your thoughts about making somebody else’s day?  How about a random act of kindness?  How about you call somebody?   How about you do something sweet to somebody you barely know, something thoughtful, some generosity of spirit?  When you take the initiative to make somebody else’s day, you're going to make your day and that makes the whole day better.