Showing gratitude isn’t something to do just at the holidays. Make it part of every day to grow and nurture your network with these tips from Nikki Beauchamp.
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There are many ways to show gratitude and appreciation. Weaving this into your everyday business and life — not just during specific seasons — can bring tremendous rewards.
I will share with you four of my favorite ways to show gratitude and appreciation to your professional network.
1. Handwritten notes
I wouldn’t know exactly how many, but I would estimate I’ve sent tens of thousands of variations on handwritten notes and cards, for everything from birthdays and anniversaries to just because. I don’t wait until I have a transactional reason to do something; sending a simple token of recognition can have a ripple impact for years to come.
I sent a thank you note with a wax seal, to a listing broker who had gone out of his way to accommodate some showings with clients of mine. Ultimately they did not buy his listing, but wouldn’t you know, that note has come up often in our conversations, almost no matter where we run into each other — from showings, to the street, to even the dance floor!
I write a minimum of five notes per day, year-round. I keep stamps in my purse and have note cards in my bag as well as at my desk.
Yes, there are a plethora of services that you can use to do this at scale, but this is not necessarily about scale. I personally can not replace the joy it brings me to write a truly personal note to someone else. I often get calls or texts or tagged in social media posts after I’ve sent someone a note.
2. Social media shoutouts
Speaking of social media, highlight your professional partners in your newsletters and social posts. Tell the success…