Quality tends to fan out like waves. The Quality job he didn't think anyone was going to see is seen, and the person who sees it feels a little better because of it, and is likely to pass that feeling on to others, and in that way the Quality tends to keep on going.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Quality spreads like ripples: when someone notices it, they feel better and pass that feeling on, sustaining the wave.
- In plain terms
- Seeing Quality makes us feel good and we share that feeling.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize and share moments of Quality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can you notice Quality in daily life?
- What spreads it further?
Another view
The effect may be subtle and not always observable.
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