Here’s a story from a guy who read my recent article about “protecting your attitude.” (No Cost Method to Recession Proof Your Business – Feb 2). Needless to say, Dan is pointing out that this applies whether there is a recession economy or not. Dan is owner of his own computer repair business. www.losangelescomputerhelp.com.
” Back in 1992 I had a client who’s father would come in once a week to straighten up the client’s promotional flyers library as a way to help his son.
I loved talking to this old fellow (Jim) and one day he was telling me how dangerous it is where he lives – he couldn’t even go for a walk at night…
Now, I knew that he lived in Canyon Country and that Canyon Country in 1992 was only a 3-horse town, so I asked him if he watched the news.
‘Oh yes!’ he replied. ‘I watch the 4 o’clock, the 5 o’clock, the 6 o’clock and the 10 o’clock news!’
‘Well, stop it!’ I countered, and I went on to explain that what he sees in the ‘news’ is ONLY bad news and sensationalism – and asked him when was the last time he saw any good news, or news on what legal bills are trying to be passed, or even news on what events are happening in town – he realized that he hadn’t.
Two months later I saw Jim again, and he thanked me because he could now walk around in his own neighborhood. Cheers!”
Spread the word. Protect your attitude. It is one of your most important assets.
