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Continued From Page 26 Remembering a person ’ s name shows you care . Repeat the name back to yourself when you are introduced to them , and take notes if needed with something memorable about that person that you can reference when you see them again ( to trigger your recall ).
Treat your people well . Every business needs a number of team members that play a unique role and part in ensuring your business operate smoothly . Thanking people for doing what they were hired to do goes a long way . While money is important , studies have shown that appreciation means quite a bit . HCA Magazine noted that “ When recognition hits the mark , employees are three times as likely to feel connected to their culture , according to a June Gallup poll .” Appreciation supports engagement and that can facilitate profitability .
Don ’ t just take my word for it ! Multinational financial services company , Allianz , noted the following in their press release “ Engagement matters : The importance of recognition and rewards ,”
Overall , companies with high employee engagement are 23 percent more profitable .
CEOs who keep these three key drivers of success in mind will find that they can sustain themselves long after their competition . But more importantly , these are also the facets of good business . And trust goes a long way to provide the building blocks for success .
Attending industry conference helps to grow business contacts , partners , and collaborators .
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