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A special thanks to Garrett and Logan for carrying on with our weekly blogs (Now more than 1500, although we stopped counting). Garrett and I have decided to permanently invite 15 year old Logan (Grandson/Nephew) to continue with the Gen Z View. Hope you enjoy three generations of perspective.

What It’s About: What struck us about traveling through Europe was the phenomenal craftsmanship and service from so many people. There was no talk about quiet quitting, or the great resignation. Rather, we had a quiet opportunity to appreciate how hard and skillfully many people work.

So What?: I’d like to share some examples: The people who manage the water taxis on the canals of Venice were incredible. On one occasion, we were deftly navigated through narrow canals by a water taxi driver that just amazed us. As we stepped off the boat, the broad Venetian grin from the jaw dropping maneuvering said it all. We had tour guides at almost every stop who were master historians and storytellers. They had a way of conveying the beauty of their cities that made you feel that the tour was just for you. And we had service workers on the cruise ship that treated you like you were the only people they looked after, even though they’ve been working for six months away from home and family. We watched the pilots and tug boats safety guide vessels of every size, in and out of ports, in every weather condition. Or bus drivers masterfully weave their ways through confined cobble stoned streets without incident. There were examples around us everyday.

Now What?: It sometimes takes a moment to step away and observe what wonderful work happens around us everyday, throughout the world. Wherever we travel, there are outstanding behaviors and contributions from craftspeople. While I’m sure that there was professional guidance from leaders in some cases, often the inspiration was based primarily on self-accountability and pride. And that ideally is an inspiration and guidance for all of us. When we give an outstanding experience to others, we end up the real winners. We complete a day's work with the pride that we have served others. How gratifying is that?

Think Big, Start Small, Act Now,

- Lorne

One Millennial View: It is nice to observe growing appreciation and recognition for the unsung heroes of craftsmanship and service. From the sawdust on a workbench, to the carefully pulled handle on a cold brew coffee dispenser, the best of these services are conducted with admirable passion. Sometimes our cultures can be condescending to these duties, however great workers disregard this, because they know they have the ability to deliver an experience that is a lot more valuable than a misinformed mindset.

- Garrett

One Gen Z View: It is nice to see and hear the appreciation for these skilled workers doing things that are normally shrugged off. I think it is nice to see the celebration of everyone for their work. I truly believe that if we used the outlook of seeing the amazingness of the big and small in our everyday life, we would all be a little bit happier.

- Logan

Edited and published by Garrett Rubis

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