At this time I continue writing my serial tips on discusses the Ways To Add Value To People. I get a bunch of positive response about what the reader has understand from the previous post. Here we go…

43. Tick tock..from the second that someone leaves you a message the clock is running! No matter what it takes, returning a phone call in a timely manner is simply polite and it does show that you value the person trying to reach you. In fact, if you really want to devalue someone, don’t call them back! Both messages are loud and clear!

44. Write a letter of recommendation for someone. Whenever I write a letter of recommendation for someone, I like to have them read it (if it’s a good recommendation). Some companies will want you to keep it confidential but I believe it’s a substantial way of adding value to someone to actually read how much you believe in them.

45. Invite people to be a part of a cause that is greater than something they could do on their own. I recently saw a documentary called, Invisible Children. It shows the terrible plight of children in Uganda who are being kidnapped and forced into child soldiering. It is horrifying. I have jumped on board with a couple of organizations that are lobbying and fighting to bring about change. I feel like I have been given so much and there’s so much I can do for others.

46. Buy a magazine or journal subscription for someone in an area that they’re passionate about. A friend bought me a subscription to Fast Company magazine. Now, once a month, I receive a great magazine and his investment adds a little bit to my life. Every month when I receive the magazine in the mail, I’m reminded of his contribution to me. It is a gift that keeps on giving.

47. Show a person respect and they will be more inclined to show you the same respect. If you have done something hurtful to another in front of others, then apologize to them in front of others. Respect must be earned. It is a special gift. Many points of tension and conflict arise when someone feels disrespected. Often people feel disrespected because someone judges them before they even have a chance to get to know them. Begin with respect in the way you approach people.

48. Find ways to give people perks for a job well done. Don’t treat everyone the same. I remember one year it came time to receive a bonus because of an unexpected surplus. The organization I was working for wanted to reward the employees. When they passed out the bonuses, they gave each person the exact same amount. I can understand wanting to be fair, but the surplus came about as the result of a few people’s hard work. In the end, there was part of me that didn’t want the bonus because I didn’t want to reward those who hadn’t put in the long

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