And the time for signs… This week’s Serve60Sharp comes from Carol Lehman, longtime Mayor of Gardner, Kansas. Carol is the brightest smile in any room and makes everyone feel welcome! She mentioned how one of the most obvious courtesies of a campaign was also a way to serve the greater community, as well as make it easier on those who …
The Young’uns
Take Note! Our first Serve60Sharp Guest Idea from Cindy Green! A few weeks ago, I attended a fundraiser for a friend running for office, and brought my 14-year old daughter along for the ride. It was a beautiful garden party at the home of a national-award-winning gardener, on a beautiful early fall evening with more than 50 attendees – most …
Happy Voterversary!
Better than a birthday… Last week’s Serve60Sharp encouraged public servants to think about using “birthdayta” from the voter files to wish constituents a Happy Birthday. This can be done with a printed card, an email, or text, depending on the data you have for the voter. We can purchase email addresses and cell phone numbers for most voters as well. For VoteSharp users, …
Birthdayta!
We just created a new word… October is birthday month in our family. Mine, daughter, sister-in-law, mom, two cousins, dozens of friends, you get the idea. Last week’s longer-form blog focused on texting. Today’s Serve60Sharp is a mashup! This post is more for the elected and candidate subscribers among you, but for the rest, I hope you’ll see the impact …
Turn that frown upside down!
It’s a piece of cake. What about serving those you don’t know and for no cost? We’re gonna need to get creative… This week is a piece of cake (har har) – and probably the easiest one yet! Sometimes, serving others can be as simple as giving them a chuckle to make a tough (or even normal) day a bit …
Aldi AOS Addict…
IYKYK! If you’ve been to an Aldi grocery store, you know about the Aisle of Shame. That’s not its official name, but you know what I’m talking about. It’s the center aisles with limited-time, Aldi-only items. These are typically seasonal gifts, home decor, clothing and shoes, kitchen gadgets, beauty products, etc. We highly recommend the Aldi AOS Facebook group for good ideas …
The Grass is Always Greener…
Where it gets mowed! This is an easy one… You’ve likely already mowed a neighbor’s lawn. Maybe it was because they were sick, broke a bone, had a baby, etc. But what about a stranger? Ideas to execute: Happy serving,
Serve60Sharp Roundup
All the ideas in one place! It’s been two months now and it’s your turn to “share the serve”. We’d love to know which of these concepts you’ve tried – and any results you’ve seen, whether for yourself or those around you! Here’s the list of Serve60Sharp ideas so far: Maybe you’re too shy to “humble brag” – so share …
Starbuck’s “Pay It Backward”
With a Twist!! You are likely familiar with the trend of “paying it backward” to buy a coffee for the person behind you in the Starbuck’s line. While I’ve been the instigator but not the beneficiary of the Starbuck’s trend, I recently had a similar experience that taught me this works in more than just the coffee shop! A few …
Spread Compliments Like Wildflowers
The feel-good goes both ways! Hey, it’s Stephanie. I’m writing this on a day where I’m wearing slip-on sneakers, jean shorts, and a plain blue shirt. I’m still carrying the clear “event purse” from the Dave Matthews Band concert a few weeks ago. In the ONE HOUR it took for my annual mammogram (ladies – have you had your squeeze …