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Off the Deeb End: What Became of ‘Thank You’?

By Ed Deeb
Editor-at-Large

Dec. 14. 2011 - Have you noticed that things are moving much faster today than, say 10 years ago?  

People are also moving faster today, trying to keep up with the faster speed of computers, e-mail and the internet.

Today, it appears to me that more and more people seem to take things for granted. If they receive a compliment, it is taken for granted. If they are given a gift, it is taken for granted. If you do someone a favor it is either expected or taken for granted. Rarely do you hear “thanks” or “thank you” in return.

Communicating via e-mail, for example, seems cold and impersonal. Sure we respond to messages quicker, but speed does not make for a warmer and more sensitive environment.

I am hearing more people today complaining that many people do not care about showing appreciation because they are too much in a hurry, or simply do not care. Although many are insensitive to people or in a hurry and unable to show their appreciation, thankfully not all people are that way.


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I agree. Oh, so true that the words "thank you" are almost non-existent in our society. And that applies to business and our personal lives. If we had no internet or cell phones for 24 hours, would we all look years younger and find more peace in our lives -- and be more appreciative of each other? Thanks for taking the time to write this, Ed.
Posted By: Sandy Hermanoff on Jan 2012
I totally agree with the comments of this article. I just shared the exact same sentiments on yesterday about the company I work for. We are not the same company from 36 years ago. No accountability, no appreciation, no clear focus. Oh well, there is on making a sale. Thanks for your continued dedication and support Mr. Deeb. We appreciate you.
Posted By: BARBARA FRANKLIN on Jan 2012