Matt and Garrett are both extremely excited to be joined by the remarkable John Israel - Mr. Thank You himself - to the podcast today. John shares his inspiring journey from a successful yet ungrateful leader to a gratitude advocate - a powerful reminder of the competitive advantage that gratitude can offer. With our hosts, he delves deep into the world of gratitude, relationship-building, and the incredible transformation that expressing appreciation can bring. The Mr. Thank You project, involving 365 consecutive days of handwritten thank-you cards, is also discussed, highlighting the profound impact of this practice on our lives, even in the face of challenges. The episode goes on to reveal how acknowledging the value of gratitude, both in giving and receiving, can elevate personal and professional relationships. With insights into the ROI of gratitude, positive emotional resonance, and the pivotal role of handwritten notes in forging genuine connections, this conversation offers practical strategies to incorporate gratitude into every aspect of life. As the hosts and John explore the profound effects of gratitude, listeners are encouraged to consider embracing the 30-day challenge to experience firsthand the transformative power of expressing appreciation. In a world driven by meaningful relationships and success, gratitude emerges as the secret weapon for personal and professional growth. Don't miss this episode and the opportunity to embrace gratitude as your competitive edge. Another opportunity not to be missed is joining the more than 13,000 Ninjas who collaborate, ask and answer questions, network, and more in the Ninja Selling Podcast group on Facebook at Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook. Leave a voicemail at 208-MY-NINJA if you’d like to offer more direct feedback. Be sure to check out Ninja Selling Events for upcoming installations and other events, and if you’d like personalized help in achieving your goals, visit Ninja Coaching to connect with one of our fantastic coaches.   Episode Highlights: Gratitude as a powerful competitive advantage Building meaningful relationships based on shared values Addressing the perpetual discontentment faced by high achievers Dr. Robert Emmons' definition of gratitude Transforming challenging moments into gratitude The importance of authentic curiosity and engagement Experiencing an immediate shift from negativity to joy through acts of appreciation Embracing gratitude as a tool for enhancing personal and professional interactions   Quotes: "The experience of something as a gift is determined by how long it takes you to find the gift within." "We value those that bring positive energy in the relationship." "Your name shows up on someone's caller ID. Do they answer, and how do they feel?" "Generosity is the currency of abundant relationships." "The only thing worse than no sincerity is fake sincerity." "Spend more of your day in gratitude, love, and appreciation."   Links: www.TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Email us at TSW@TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Leave a voicemail at (208) MY-NINJA   Ninja Selling www.NinjaSelling.com @ninjasellingofficial   Ninja Coaching: www.NinjaCoaching.com @ninja.coaching   Ninja Events www.NinjaSelling.com/Events   Garrett garrett@ninjacoaching.com @ninjaredding   Matt matt@ninjacoaching.com @matthewjbonelli   The Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook Group Ninja Coaching Book Study Ninja Mastery   Ninja Selling by Larry Kendall Mr. Thank You