1. Say Thank You. A Lot!
by Doc Seeds | on April 11, 2013
It seems as though two of the most underused words these days are the words
“thank” and“you.” I try to make it a point to give thanks daily on a regular basis for all
good things that I encounter. I am not perfect, but I am trying to be the best I can be.
There seems to be no shortage of complaints in the world. Some times it is
everywhere we turn, as if there is no escape.
Why not make the same true for the phrase “thank you!” It has to be genuine, though.
It can’t be something that is said with no sincerity backing it.
I have a question for you. What do most people do when they have a Bad experience
at a restaurant? They voice a complaint, right?
I have another question for you. What do the majority of people do when they have
anEXCEPTIONAL experience? Nothing! More times than not, they do nothing more
than what they would normally do under any other Ordinary experience.
I like to pay nice tips for good service. When the service is exceptional I make it a
point to, not only tell the person “thank you” for the good service, but also to let the
manager know that the service provided is much appreciated! Of course, the nice tip
goes without saying.
In this scenario, I made the wait staff, the manager and all those who are in my party
feel good! A few words just changed a pleasant evening into a spectacular one!
The same thing can apply anywhere. Whenever I stop for gas or at a convenience
store, regardless of how the employees are, I make it a point to say “thank you.”
Now, I’m no different than anyone else. I have my bad days too.
I have had situations to where I didn’t feel like extending any courtesies as the worker
behind the counter didn’t seem very nice or friendly. On other times, it didn’t matter
what the worker was like.
Many times to my surprise, after I have extended my thanks, they smiled and returned

2. the courtesy! Even if they don’t acknowledge it, I feel better just simply by offering.
It all has to start somewhere. Why not let it start from within!
As my father served 21 years in the Air Force, I have always had the greatest respect
for the men and women in the Armed Forces. It wasn’t until my son joined the Army
and was deployed to Afghanistan that I truly came to appreciate the real sacrifice
that these fine men and women make on our behalf.
I now always try to make it a point to say “thank you for your service” to every soldier
I meet. If I am able, I pay for their meal.
It’s not the cost of the meal that means so much to them, it’s the act of kindness that
shows your appreciation that touches them the most. While talk can be cheap, even a
simple“thank you” goes a long way towards making them feel appreciated.
These are just a couple of examples on how we can show our appreciation to others.
There are thousands more, for sure.
What ways can you think of to show your appreciation and spread good will towards
others? I challenge you to put into action at least one of those each day.
“Thank You” for reading my article!
About The Author: Doc Seeds
Doc is a trumpeter, arranger, recording artist and motivational speaker. Doc is also a entrepreneur with
over 35 years experience, managing, marketing and restructuring multi-million dollar businesses. His
extensive training and experience has proven to be invaluable for not only his own personal benefit, but
for the benefit of countless others mentored. Doc founded S.W. Seeds Marketing, LLC to provide
assistance and advice for business owners as well as musicians and artists.