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                      photo courtesy of cottonbro studio & www.pexels.com   Making Customer Appreciation Memorable This Holiday Season As the holiday season approaches, take a moment to reflect—when you receive a promotional gift from a business, does it truly feel like heartfelt appreciation, or just another brand message tucked into festive wrapping? In an era where everyone is bombarded with holiday offers and branded trinkets, the line between a thoughtful gesture and a mere marketing play is thinner than ever. What makes a simple thank you stand out this time of year? The holidays are a season of gratitude, renewal, and connection. It’s a time when people hope for meaning behind every exchange, not just another transaction. Businesses that recognize this can turn a routine promotional item into a moment of genuine warmth—a gift that feels less like a sales tactic and more like a person...

  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...