It is often said that "You get back what you give". But sometimes you don't get back what you give. Especially if it is given in the wrong spirit, or frame of mind.

When we give away something in business, it is usually because we want or expect to get something back (more business, more referrals, etc.) But what if we change that business model just a bit, and decide that we are going to give- without the expectation of getting something back?

In other words, start doing things because we care, or have a passion for them, and because we want the best for people we know and associate with.

 Not because of what THEY can do for US. Don't you think people would notice that kind of attitude, and respond to it much quicker, than the typical "I'll do this for you, if you do this for me" thing that we all get into the habit of doing every day? Just some food for thought.

 
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16 Comments on Giving to GET....or Giving to GIVE?

MAR
21
2008
315,793 Points 2 Featured Posts Outside Blog
Kevin:  Great food for thought.  I think of it as creating good karma; as I live to give just because I like to give.   Nice post.
7:45am • #1
4 Featured Posts
So true! Think about how you react when you are approached with "I'll do this if you do that," you might balk a little and question the motive. But if somebody does something for you with no expected return then you tell your friends and family because it was truly no obligation.
7:48am • #2
729,685 Points 15 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master
Kevin, you broke the code. Great Post!
7:58am • #3
243,847 Points 2 Featured Posts Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp
Kevin, Great Post, Thanks for the information. Keep up the great blogs. Very interesting. I enjoyed reading your blog
7:58am • #4
Great post Kevin.  If it does not make one feel great to give, then something is askew. Sometimes just the good karma created is worth it all.
7:58am • #5
MAR
22
2008
1 Featured Post
Great point Kevin.  I do believe in "What goes around, Comes around",  in other words, if you are generous with your time, knowledge and experience, those things will come back to you in other ways that you don't expect.
2:03pm • #6
JUL
31
2008

Take the "it's better to give than recieve" to the next level by saying "it's better to give without expecting something in return", and the returns will come anyway.
5:54am • #7
959,177 Points 24 Featured Posts Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp Called Shot Master

I remain the eternal optimist. I give because I enjoy it........but it does generate referrals!
5:57am • #8

The Spirit of Giving should come from the heart, not the bottom line.
6:30am • #9
OCT
12
2011
478,540 Points Called Shot Master

Hey there and afternoon Kevin
Keven, I sure do keep hopping you'll find the time. I'm sure hopping my comment finds everything is going well for you!

3:51pm • #10
478,540 Points Called Shot Master

Hey there and afternoon Kevin
Keven, I sure do keep hopping you'll find the time. I'm sure hopping my comment finds everything is going well for you!

3:54pm • #11
478,540 Points Called Shot Master

Hey there and afternoon Kevin
Keven, I sure do keep hopping you'll find the time. I'm sure hopping my comment finds everything is going well for you!

3:57pm • #12
478,540 Points Called Shot Master

Hey there and afternoon Kevin
Keven, I sure do keep hopping you'll find the time. I'm sure hopping my comment finds everything is going well for you!

3:58pm • #13
478,540 Points Called Shot Master

Hey there and afternoon Kevin
Keven, I sure do keep hopping you'll find the time. I'm sure hopping my comment finds everything is going well for you!

4:00pm • #14
478,540 Points Called Shot Master

Hey there and afternoon Kevin
Keven, I sure do keep hopping you'll find the time. I'm sure hopping my comment finds everything is going well for you!

4:02pm • #15
478,540 Points Called Shot Master

Hey there and afternoon Kevin
Keven, I sure do keep hopping you'll find the time. I'm sure hopping my comment finds everything is going well for you!

4:04pm • #16


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