Christmas Cheer

Christmas should be a time of celebration and sharing but that is not always the way it goes.  Some may be strapped for cash and so they are anxious about getting gifts for family and friends.  Some may have experienced a loss and so they are sad to spend the holiday without their loved one.  Some may be estranged from their family and are feeling lonely.  As customers come into your financial institution this Christmas season observe their attitude.  Be sensitive and do your part to help make their day brighter.

One way to get people away from their sadness is to offer them an opportunity to give to someone who is needy.  You could have a toy drive for Toys for Tots  at your company.  You could have a contribution jar for Wounded Warriors.  Have the Salvation Army red kettle  at your teller stations.  Select an organization that is well established and known so people feel comfortable giving.  This year InterAction Training is hosting a Christmas party for all the Houston-area graduates of the PrisonEntrepreneurship Program.  I don’t question it will be the highlight of the holiday season for me.

My favorite gas/service station has a toy drive every year for Toys for Tots.  Picking one organization and making it a tradition is a great idea.  Every year your customers will get used to seeing your charity promotion and think ahead to how they will help. 

Helping out will not only give your customers an opportunity it will also help unite your staff with a common purpose.  If you have a Christmas party be sure and have them bring a toy or canned good for distribution to your chosen organization.

Of course Christmas is not the only time these organizations need donations.  When opportunities arise think of ways your group can lend a hand.  Become an organization known for giving back to the community.

I am not completely certain of the definition of an adult but I think it might be “one who became aware it is by far better to give than to receive.”

Still learning,

Honey

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