19 ISSUE 2, 2022 people in their work because he knew they were working with elderly adults. This business owner would meet on Mondays at the beginning of the pandemic with front-line home-care workers. It was still unclear how contagious COVID was, so he made sure he knew what they needed and gave them hand sanitizer, lunch and water. Later, when the staff returned to the office, he had them work Fridays at home that summer, beginning in June 2021. He knew they could work remotely and get their job done. He made people feel valued and appreciated. Do you have other mentors who have helped you along the way? When I began speaking professionally, I joined the National Speakers Association. Keynoters, trainers and consultants are all members who have helped me 100%. I wouldn’t be at my current level without their encouragement, and I have encouraged others, too. What are some lessons you have learned from them? A fellow speaker once said, “Curiosity didn’t kill the cat; comparison did.” Celebrate your wins before you start working on conquering the next mountain. Also, build a bigger pie in your life. I try to live a life of abundance, not scarcity. Choose to live in a place of abundance. Tell yourself different work and a better client are coming when something doesn’t work out. What do you want readers of this article to remember about you and your work when they finish reading it? What is the main takeaway? I invite you to become a kindness catalyst, too. Humanity wants more kindness, and we are disenfranchised without it. When people are surrounded by kindness in the workplace, they are healthier, happier, less stressed and less burned out. Real-life research in the last decade supports that conclusion, and more research is continuing to come out. Linda lives in Portland, Oregon. She and her husband have two adult children and one Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. To learn more, please visit lindacohenconsulting.com. Savol Pools, serving the swimming pool service needs of the apartment industry for over 40 years. 91 Prestige Park Circle East Hartford, CT 860-282-0878 www.SavolPools.com CT SP1 Lic 288171 • CT HIC Reg 584241 One Stop Source for All Your Swimming Pool Needs • Equipment Repair & Replacement • Tile / Coping • Painting • Plaster • Leak Detection & Repair • Openings / Closings • Safety Covers • Pool Chemicals Delivered to Your Door • Certified Pool / Spa Operator® Classes
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