In this heartfelt Thanksgiving special of The Purpose Focused Advisor, Rob Brown, and Phil Calandra discuss how gratitude can transform life and business. They highlight how being thankful can lead to growth, strengthen relationships, and encourage purpose-focused leadership. Sharing their own traditions and moments of gratitude, Rob and Phil offer valuable insights and practical strategies for leading with purpose. This episode emphasizes gratitude as a key to achieving a fulfilling and successful life, both personally and professionally.

Key Takeaways:

• Journaling Gratitude Daily (03:26) — Journaling what you’re thankful for not only uplifts your mood but also helps you focus on purpose-driven actions.
• Gratitude is a Growth Strategy (14:07) — Expressing genuine appreciation to clients and team members fosters trust, loyalty, and motivation—key drivers for personal and professional growth.
• Clients First (17:05) — Handwritten notes and charitable gifts in clients’ honor are simple yet powerful ways to show gratitude and strengthen bonds.
• Gratitude for Team Members (18:31) — A culture of gratitude within your team boosts morale and motivates everyone to perform at their best.
• The Gratitude Challenge (21:33) — Commit to 30 days of intentional gratitude, whether by creating a gratitude list, posting on social media, or having personal conversations to express appreciation.

Rob Brown: "When you focus on your purpose, everything else follows, including profits."

Phil Calandra: "If you're expressing gratitude, it's not just towards your clients; you better be telling your team you're grateful as well."

Episode References:

• Truest Fan Coaching
• Business Optimization Scorecard

Connect with Rob Brown & Phil Calandra:

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