Several years ago, I went to a training session in the middle of winter. It had been a really tough six months for my business, and I felt like I was always taking one step forward and two steps back. I was feeling pretty down and frustrated. During the first break, I met someone whose energy and cheerfulness were really catching. She kept talking about how great things were going for her business and her life. I got curious—what was her secret? Had she read a helpful book, hired someone new, or discovered an amazing new tool or software?
Her answer was just two words: Thankful Thursday.
I remember asking, “Thankful Thursday?” She nodded, smiling, and said, “Oh yeah, it completely revolutionized things for us.”
She went on to explain. It’s simple, really. Every Thursday morning, just set a calendar reminder. When it pops up, think of one person in your life you’re thankful for. It could be anyone—someone at home, a coworker, even your mail carrier. Then, here’s the key: go out of your way to thank them. You cannot stay silent about it.
Ever thanked your garbage man out of the blue? What about an old customer you haven’t seen in months? Or a teacher from high school who made an impact 20 years ago?
It sounds small, but I’m telling you: Thankful Thursday will change your life.
I took her advice. Not only did it change how I see the world—it began to reshape our culture at Get Simple Box. Here’s how gratitude has become a cornerstone of our business.
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Why Gratitude is Often Missing in Business and Life
In today’s world, gratitude is often overlooked. Why? Many of us fall into the trap of believing we’re entitled to more than we have—whether it’s recognition, success, or material things. This mindset can lead to frustration and dissatisfaction, making it hard to appreciate the good in our lives. In my own experience, I’ve seen how easy it is to fall into this mindset during networking events or conferences, where discussions about success often pivot to frustrations over what we don’t have—better employees, more funding, or fewer regulations.
Yet, Craig Groeschel wisely points out, “Everyone gets better when the leader gets better.” In my case, that also means that everyone gets better when the Leader gets better at being grateful.
At Get Simple Box, adopting a gratitude in business leadership approach has encouraged us to appreciate what we have, rather than complaining about what we don’t. It sounds crazy to say, but practicing Thankful Thursday, has actually improved our business and the way we connect with everyone around us – customers, vendors, co-workers, and even competitors!
Bringing Gratitude to the Workplace: Our Journey with Thankful Thursday
We started Thankful Thursday at Get Simple Box to bring a little more gratitude into our days. It was my idea, but soon everyone loved it. Now, every Thursday, we take time to think about the people who help us and make our jobs better. This simple thing has made a big difference.
“There’s always something to be grateful for,” I often remind the team. Sharing these good things has made me a better leader and set a good example. It’s changed our whole work atmosphere.
We also start our big yearly planning meetings with gratitude. We look back at the past year and write down all the good things that happened. This isn’t just about feeling good; it helps us bond and get ready to tackle the new year together.
Gratitude has made our workplace better. We face challenges with more positivity and support each other more. Everyone feels important, and that makes us all want to do our best.
Want to know more about how we work together and support each other? Check out our About Us page to see our team in action.
Gratitude as a Hallmark of Our Business
Being thankful has also changed how we handle problems at Get Simple Box. Instead of feeling upset, we see each problem as a chance to do something great. This new way of thinking helps everyone get excited about finding solutions that even our competitors might not think of.
When we face a challenge, our team doesn’t just complain. We get together and think of smart ways to solve it. Everyone throws out ideas, and we all pitch in to make things better. This has made our team stronger and more creative.
“Instead of seeing problems as a bad thing, we now get excited about the opportunity to find solutions,” I always say. This positive attitude has helped us grow. It makes us work better together and shows our customers that we really care.
At Get Simple Box, we aim to be more than just a great container company. We want to be known as a company full of grateful people. This goal shapes everything we do, from how we talk to each other to how we serve our customers.
Curious about what our customers think? Visit our Customer Reviews page to read their stories.
Our way of being thankful doesn’t just make our team better—it also attracts people who want to work with us. Customers come back because they like how we treat them. New employees and franchise partners want to join us because they hear about how positive and supportive we are.
Interested in being part of a company like this? Learn more on our Storage Franchise Opportunities page about how you can join us.
Take the Thankful Thursday Challenge
Gratitude has the power to change lives and businesses—and it all starts with something as simple as Thankful Thursday. Why not give it a try? Set a reminder for Thursday morning, pick someone you appreciate, and take a moment to express your thanks. It could be anyone—a coworker, an old friend, or even someone you don’t know well.
To help you make gratitude a habit, we’re offering a free Gratitude List PDF with 60 prompts to spark your thinking. Download it here and start seeing the difference it can make in your day—and maybe even in your life.
Join us at Get Simple Box in making gratitude a way of life. It’s a small change that can bring big improvements to how you feel, how you work, and how you connect with others. Want to learn more about what we do and how we do it? Check out our services and see how we put gratitude into action every day.
Join us in making gratitude a way of life. It might just transform how you think about everything.
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