People Never Forget How You Made Them Feel

The picture in words

Under the title, a line attributed to Maya Angelou holds that people remember how you made them feel long after they forget your words and actions. Nine tips follow: show empathy in hard times, give full attention, use names, ask follow-up questions, praise specifically, smile, admit mistakes quickly, remember personal details and express gratitude.

Each gives a reason, mostly about making people feel heard, valued or appreciated, and a practical step, such as putting your phone away or noting important dates.

Ever wonder why some people...
...stick in your mind forever?

It's not their resume.
It's how they made you feel.

9 simple ways to be unforgettable:

1. Say their name
2. Say "thanks" (a lot)
3. Look them in the eye
4. Smile like you mean it
5. Catch them doing good
6. Own up when you mess up
7. Stand by them in tough times
8. Remember what matters to them
9. Ask "How are you?" (and mean it)

Sure, it's easier to just do your work.
Clock in, clock out.

But making others feel valued?
That's where the magic happens.

Every kind act is a chance to:
Brighten someone's day
Leave a mark that lasts

Be unforgettable.
For all the right reasons.

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Source: Mido Atef on LinkedIn.