IT'S NOT ALL ABOUT YOU

"A man is called selfish not for pursuing his own good but for neglecting his neighbor's."

Richard Whately, 18th century English economist/academian

So, feel free to make all the money possible, but don't forget to share some of your resources, including your time and expertise, with others less fortunate than you.

You Want? You've Got To Give

"Every man is a consumer, and ought to be a producer."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

19th century American poet/essayist

Mr. Emerson's possibly unintended comment on social welfare programs?

Do Unto Others . . .

"If you're too busy to help those around you succeed, you're too busy."

Unknown

The feel goodness of this notwithstanding, there is an important implied message.

It is important to help others.

Do you?

The Business of Kindness

"To cultivate kindness is a valuable part of the business life."

Samuel Johnson

18th century British author

Looking back over my career, including all the interaction I have had with so many people, I cannot recall much thought given to the roll, or lack thereof, that kindness plays in business.

This is not to say that others were not kind to me or me to them.  They were and I was.  

But having read this quote I now wonder how much of that was purposeful versus a byproduct of normal human interaction.

Should we attempt to be more kind in business?

Your Contribution?

"No person was ever honored for what he received.  He was honored for what he gave."

Calvin Coolidge

30th president of the United States

True in business as well and not just corporate charity.  How much of what, and to who, do you personally give in your work life?