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Your Best

by Adam Zack — September 4, 2024

“When you give your best, your employees notice.”

So, I was working on a project last weekend, and let’s be honest—the results were as exciting as room-temperature toast. I told myself, “Well, I did my best,” which really means, “I tried, but my best was probably on a beach somewhere sipping a piña colada.”

Actually doing your best requires laser focus—like putting down your phone, ignoring your cat’s attempts to get your attention, and pretending you’re in one of those deep-focus meditation apps. But instead of going full throttle, I settled for “acceptable” and gave myself a high-five for trying. Classic move, right?

But seriously, does “doing your best” need to apply to everything? Probably not—some tasks are just “meh” by nature. I mean, who’s bringing their A-game to folding laundry or taking out the trash? But when it comes to work, customers, and people who rely on you, it’s time to level up. People can spot a half-baked effort faster than you can say, “Oops, I forgot to unmute.”

In the end, doing your best isn’t just about avoiding self-disappointment. It’s about making an impression. When you give your best, your employees notice. They see your effort, your energy, and your commitment, and they respond in kind. And your customers? They feel it too. It’s the difference between “just okay” and “wow, I’ll definitely come back here.” So, ditch the “meh” zone, bring your A-game, and watch the ripple effect it creates. You’ll thank yourself later—and so will everyone else.