Category Archives: Infectious

When there’s a smile in your heart

Your eyes can hear it. Read it again. The title first, then the first line. I mixed them up on purpose. You see, when you smile with your heart everyone knows it. It’s genuine. And infectious. Tweet

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Is inspiration dead?

Well, I thought it was. And then I saw her. She hollered my name across the room. That made me smile. She came out from behind the counter with her arms spread wide, her smile wider. And that almost made … Continue reading

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One chance meeting

Some guy named jeff. Two years ago today, I met the other face in the picture above. At the time, I had no idea how it would affect my life going forward. He was quietly funny (still is). He made … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Mr. Inspiration

“It’s All About The Customer” is only 19 months old. This whole journey started many years ago. But the most recent leg of that journey has been greatly influenced by a man with a vision. But he’s not just any … Continue reading

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It was a simple gesture

We went to his office. He actually came in late that day. As it turned out he was working from home that morning. It was a nice day to be at the office. Lots of folks milling around. Busy, busy, … Continue reading

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