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It’s Always Time To Get Back Up
Here we are in the second month of 2023 — where is the time going? It seems like just yesterday that we were gathering together with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving or baking cookies and goodies for Santa’s big debut on Christmas. It’s crazy to think that Valentine's Day is here already — next stop, St. Patrick’s Day! Every year, I look forward to Feb. 14th. It’s a time to celebrate my wife and our love, memories, dreams, and goals as a couple. If she hadn’t entered my life, it’s scary to think of where I might be today. As the saying goes, behind every successful man is a strong woman. She has been my support system, rock, cheerleader, and partner through the good times and the bad. I’m fortunate and grateful to have my best friend for the ride in this crazy journey we call life. Traditionally, on Valentine’s Day, we head out for dinner without the kids. We get to spend quality time with each other, just hanging out like we used to. I think it’s always important to embrace and celebrate each other this way. In a way, it takes us back to where our family first began — with just the two of us. Valentine’s Day allows me to reflect on how important and special my wife is to me. At the beginning of the month, on Feb. 1, we also observe National Get Up Day — celebrating bouncing back from our losses, the challenges that knocked us down, and the difficulties we stumbled over. Whether we fall off a bike as a young child or find ourselves down and out after a challenge, it’s vital that we all know how to get up again. If you’ve ever been skiing, you’ll see that it takes falling in the cold snow a million times to get it right.
who knock on your door and attempt to sell you something, usually showing up at the worst time or catching you off guard. Yep, that was me. That job taught me a lot, especially how to get back up multiple times a day after being shut down, yelled at, cussed out, and denied. I can’t tell you how many people told me to take a hike or shooed me off their doorstep without even listening to my pitch. We all face those situations in business and everyday life, and it’s not a matter of how many times you fall. It’s always about picking yourself back up after the fact. The difference between a successful business person with a thriving company and someone who quits when the going gets tough is the ability to get up, dust yourself off, and continue to persevere. So, the next time life gives you a little nudge and knocks you down, be sure you know how to pick up the pieces and get back up — it’s essential!
–Wesley Smith
Fresh out of college, my first real job was as a door-to-door salesman in telecommunications — you know — those people
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SHOW YOUR EMPLOYEES YOU CARE! Through Recognition and Appreciation
Valentine’s Day is a great time to recognize those you care about — your employees included! Employee recognition and appreciation are some of the most essential elements of creating a positive work culture. Not only does recognizing employee efforts boost morale, but it also creates higher levels of trust between employees and their managers.
If you’re running a remote company, Zoom or other virtual platforms can make for a stellar party too! A small gathering this Valentine’s Day could be just what your employees need to bond and improve their overall performance. If it continues to be a big hit, it may become an annual tradition everyone looks forward to! CATER A MEAL. Who doesn’t enjoy food as a gift? Picking up a catered lunch or buying the staff dinner is highly appreciated. Like they always say, the way into someone’s heart is through their stomach! Not only are you showing your appreciation, but you can keep your employees performing at their best with some fuel! When your employees feel valued, they’re more likely to be engaged in their work and feel more driven and satisfied while performing their duties. It’s important to recognize the connection between well-being and performance in the workplace. If your employee feels valued and sees that their well-being is being considered, you may find that they’ll perform to the best of their abilities. Employee appreciation can be easy to show, and even small changes in your company culture to focus on recognizing your workers can increase productivity significantly. So, consider taking time to make your employees feel loved and valued this Valentine’s Day.
Check out these ways to show your employees that you care!
GIVE GIFTS OF APPRECIATION. Sometimes, employees deserve more than a simple “thank you.” It can be as simple as giving handwritten cards expressing gratitude or even a small gift of their favorite candy or snacks. By learning what your employees like and how they like to receive recognition, you can be sure to put a smile on their faces. Whether you’re working in a fast-paced warehouse or a small boutique, distributing the gift appropriately will vary. For example, you may want to email a virtual card or mail one to an employee if you don’t want to interrupt them with a physical gift. However, a small gift or hand-delivered card may be more beneficial if they have the time to handle it! HOST A PARTY. A company party is a great way to gather all your employees in a casual setting. This way, they can interact, relax, and celebrate holiday festivities with one another! It also makes it easier to promote higher morale, tighter social cohesion, and stronger relationships between managers and general staff.
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AN APPROACH TO LONG-TERM INVESTING Reach Your Financial Goals
Benjamin Graham first published “The Intelligent Investor” in 1949, and the book has been acknowledged globally as the most significant investment guide of the 20th century. It has taught and inspired people worldwide, including Warren Buffett, who described it as one of the best books ever written on investing! According to Graham, those willing to devote energy and cultivate a specific mindset have the opportunity to generate profitable long-term investments. He was able to gain wealth by precisely evaluating companies in the stock market without taking any significant risks.
This can help you better understand how your investment could appreciate or depreciate over time. Just as Graham did, precisely evaluating versus guessing could make you a more successful investor. DON’T LET BIAS LEAD YOU TO BAD DECISIONS. One of the significant risks when investing is when investors allow bias to lead to wrong investment decisions. The news, economic forecasts, and others’ views can alter a decision. It seems as though investors become attached to information that tends to have little to do with the long-term value of their investments. That is why it is essential to prioritize your research over impulses. FOCUS ON THE FACTS. It can be easy to follow what the majority are doing. Still, you must rely on something other than the herd mentality to buy or sell your holdings. If you’re looking to invest long term, you must analyze your preferred stocks. This will help you make informed investment decisions rather than selling or buying based on what everyone else is doing.
Here are three lessons from “The Intelligent Investor” that can help you invest successfully!
UNDERSTAND THE VALUE BEHIND THE BUSINESS. Whatever stock you are looking to invest in, it is essential to know that it isn’t simply an asset. There is a real business behind it, and if you’re looking to invest long term, you must understand how much value the company has. Some important questions to ask are: • Is it worth the market price it trades at today? • Is it overvalued? • Does it have potential growth in the future?
With Graham’s long-term investment strategies and understanding the basic do’s and don’ts of investing, you’ll be better positioned to become an intelligent investor yourself!
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In July 1518, a strange mania seized the residents of the French city of Strasbourg. Hundreds were struck with the sudden and uncontrollable urge to dance — seemingly for no reason. The plague began when Frau Troffea entered the streets and began to twist, twirl, and shake. She seemed unable to stop and danced until she dropped from exhaustion. However, once she rested, she resumed the compulsive, frenzied dancing. She continued for a week, and other residents eventually joined her. Many dancers would collapse from exhaustion, and some even died from heart attacks or strokes! Dance Until You Drop — Literally! When French Residents Had the Uncontrollable Urge to Dance
The most widely accepted theory is that the plague was a mass psychogenic disorder, which can occur under extreme stress. During
this time, a series of famines and diseases tore through Strasbourg, which may have triggered the hysteria. Whatever the cause of this strange phenomenon, the dancing plague remains one of the world’s most interesting mysteries.
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National Get Up Day
Celebrate Your Employees This Valentine’s Day
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‘The Intelligent Investor’ by Benjamin Graham The Dancing Plague of 1518
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Ways to Disconnect From Technology
Return to Work Recharged TAKE TIME TO UNPLUG!
CHOOSE A SECOND IN COMMAND. Suppose you’re dedicated to checking out now and then. In that case, it can be beneficial to have someone handle anything that may arise. Consider someone trustworthy and reliable, and give them an overview of day-to-day operations. You can explain what can and cannot be done and alert other employees that all questions and concerns be directed to this person.
Though technology makes everyday tasks a bit easier, sometimes, the best thing a business owner can do is unplug and recharge! Running a business is a time-consuming and stressful effort. But by stepping back, you can reset and get a fresh perspective on your work. START SMALL. Create small habits if you can’t go an entire day without technology! Try starting your morning completely unplugged until you get into the office, or step away from your devices for an hour or two during the day. When you start small, you can build from there! SCHEDULE EMAIL TIME. We are all too familiar with an overwhelming email stream. We wake up and fall asleep to it, and if we’re not careful, the constant interruptions can run our entire day! If you want to cut down on screen time, schedule email checks. You can make a commitment to address them in the morning or maybe the late afternoon. But during after-hours, establish a hard cutoff time! Inform your employees and clients of your available time frame — set an expectation for more productivity and communication.
MAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF. When you’re at work, your main priority is to focus
on your business and clients. But when you pack up and head home, you must take time for yourself! Do activities you love, spend quality time with family and friends, and put away your laptop and phone. That email or call can wait until the next business day begins. Pulling the plug on technology can feel intimidating as a business owner, but give it a try! You may be surprised at how refreshed you feel returning to work.
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