There’s 3️⃣ types of people. Givers, takers, and matchers.
Givers give more than they receive. Takers take more than they give. And matchers are about 50/50.
So who wins?
There are some important nuances we need to know. Let’s get started 🤓
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Small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
Simple things that seem small or insignificant can create a ripple effect.
(Which can inspire others to give as well)
So why does that matter? I mean, who cares?
Well, the world can only go one of two ways: positive or negative.
It can't remain neutral. We're either progressing towards good or bad.
For me, I'd love to live in a world that's good. I'm sure you'd agree too.
Everytime we invest in others, we're making the world a better place.
So let's make a difference with small acts of kindness.
Helping others can lead to more success and opportunities in life. - (Pg. 14)
Giving can act as a buffer against burnout.
Have you ever felt tired or burnt out? Same here.
Giving gives us a psychological benefit that helps our energy and enthusiasm grow.
Adam tells us that when people give, they often experience a boost in their mood and a sense of fulfillment.
This positive emotional state can counterbalance stress.
So if you’re feeling burnt out, consider contributing to someone who needs help.
It might refresh your spirit and keep you going when things get hard!
Helping others can make you feel more energized and happy. - (Pg. 10)
Successful givers find a balance between helping others and taking care of their own needs.
When we follow this approach, we allow our generosity to not come at our own expense.
By being mindful of our limits, we can give sustainably.
(Without burning out)
Givers often use a strategic approach to their generosity.
They prioritize their time and their resources on situations that make the biggest impact.
This strategy allows them to be more effective and efficient in their giving.
Adam Grant is telling us that givers win, but we need to know when to say yes and when to say no.
Successful givers balance giving and taking. They help others but also take care of their own needs. - (Pg. 33)
Takers often achieve quick successes by prioritizing their own interests.
They exploit opportunities without regard for others.
Their aggressive and self-centered approach can yield immediate rewards.,
Things like promotions, deals, or recognition.
However, this short-term gain comes at a significant long-term cost.
Their behavior erodes trust and damages relationships.
Over time, takers are likely to be seen as manipulative and untrustworthy.
So, if you know someone who's clearly a "taker" - hang in there.
Let's try our best to not let our surroundings cloud our bright future.
Stay strong and always be a giver no matter what.
Takers get what they want quickly but lose out on long-term success because people stop trusting them. - (Pg. 31)
Givers create a ripple effect by inspiring others to act generously through their own actions.
And that's really the main point of the book and what I'm hoping you'll walk away with today.
If we can inspire others to do good, the world will naturally gravitate toward good instead of bad.
Let's make the most of our time on earth and get it spinning in the right direction 🌎
Givers create a ripple effect. Helping others can spread and encourage more people to help. - (Pg. 17)
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