Love is in the Details

It occurred to me the other day as I was walking to work that loving a person, or anything, is all about the details.  The little things that you do day in and day out matter more than big sweeping gestures, although those are nice from time to time.  Providing someone value everyday in small but relevant and meaningful ways strengthens the bonds and deepens the relationship more than anything else.  It is also much harder to accomplish, takes more time on the part of the sender.

This applies not only to our personal relationships, but to our business relationships as well.  We show a wife, a son, a friend, a customer that we love them by doing something for them, usually small, that brings value into his or her life.  Repeated everyday, this practice will transform your relationships into something lasting and worthwhile.  Do the dishes, make the bed, play with your son or daughter, buy the next round for your friend (even if you bought the last), find out who your best customers are and comp their next purchase or save an article for them that you know they would enjoy.  You will see your relationships blossom before your eyes.

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