A gift
Ever try to buy a gift for someone you don't really know?
Yeah, it's hard.
That's why you got them a gift card.
Not the most thoughtful gift, but you can give it.
Now:
Ever get a gift from somoeone who's really been paying attention?
You didn't even know you wanted it, or that it existed.
But there it is, and it's perfect.
So:
How is it that someone can know you wanted that thing,
when you didn't even know yourself?
Without asking you to make them a list?
Because:
They listened.
They watched.
They saw through your eyes.
Here's the thing:
You're constantly in the business of giving things to people.
Opportunity.
Support.
Education.
Belonging.
If you can listen to them,
ask about their day-to-day,
pay attention to what moves them ...
You can give them something perfect,
without even emailing them another annoying survey.

