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WOWs Can Happen When We Give Them A Chance

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Sandy

I came across this video of an autistic basketball player that just wowed me.  It’s really amazing how it shows us that: We can never assume we know what’s going to happen We should never assume the extent (or limitations) … Continue reading →

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How WOW Is Your Welcome?

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Sandy

Visitors and new employees deserve to get a WOWplace welcome and be made to feel “at home.”

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Making Wishes Come True

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Sandy

Read below the story of the very first “Make-A-Wish” child (in 1981).  Very heartwarming – and talk about creating a WOW! In Phoenix, AZ, a 26-year-old mother stared down at her 6 year-old son, who was dying of leukemia. Although her heart … Continue reading →

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Is Your Team Having Fun?

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Sandy

Is your team having fun as you try to achieve your goals?  Are you?  When was the last time you set a fun goal (or added any kind of fun element to your serious goals)?  Just because people are having … Continue reading →

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WOW Contributions

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Sandy

Did you hear about the parishoner who anonymously donated a $30,000 winning lottery ticket via the collection plate of a struggling church in Baltimore?  WOW – what a generous thing to do… and to do it anonymously besides makes it … Continue reading →

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Appreciation Flows Both Ways

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Sandy

An Administrative Professional I recently met works for the head doctor of a large medical practice.  Most workers in the practice are rather intimidated by him and his position.  But because she works directly for him, she has an opportunity … Continue reading →

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Reduce stress if your wallet is stolen

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Sandy

Reduce stress if your wallet is stolen! One of the nicest things you can do to create a WOWplace anywhere, whether at work or at home, is to share valuable information with others as you receive it. So, today it’s … Continue reading →

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There are no small positions – only small expectations

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Sandy

Creating WOW experiences at work can sometimes seem daunting.  In fact, have you ever thought to yourself, “I’m just a ‘peon’ here. No one will listen to me… what can I do?” Once we begin to expect more from ourselves (and … Continue reading →

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