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Gratitude: The Core Value Every Company Needs

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  Early in my leadership career, I made a common mistake: I assumed my best employees knew how much I appreciated them. They were high performers—dedicated, dependable, and always going the extra mile. I thought my gratitude was obvious. It wasn’t. Over time, I learned that appreciation left unspoken often goes unheard. People don’t just want to know they’re valued—they need to feel it. That realization changed everything about how I lead, communicate, and celebrate others. Gratitude, I’ve come to believe, isn’t just a personal virtue—it’s an organizational superpower. When companies intentionally weave gratitude into their culture, everything shifts. Engagement rises. Innovation follows. Teams grow more connected and resilient because people feel seen and valued. Gratitude also strengthens relationships with customers and members. In industries built on trust—like credit unions, nonprofits, and community-driven businesses—it reminds us that service is both a responsibility and a p...
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  After 10 successful years in branded merchandising and packaging, Michael made the move to the West Coast in 2006 and opened Stewart Marketing Group, LLC .  He now has over 19 years’ experience helping customers build bridges to new markets and create positive energy around their brand with clients and employees.  He has built a reputation for being a trusted and knowledgeable business partner by offering expert guidance to customers that seek ways to promote their brand while managing the delicate balance of quality and cost and he has been recognized for his gifts of time and talent to new business entrepreneurs without thought to financial return. Michael's philosophy is "We focus on the client, not the sale". His first goal is to understand his client's objectives, brand, and budget so that every marketing campaign meets the needs of the client and "Wows" their audience.  Most influential book: The Greatest Salesman In The World by Og Mandin...