As I type this, our office is growing quieter as, one-by-one, the team leaves with eager anticipation of starting the Thanksgiving holiday. The smiles on their faces might be from the thought of the couple of days off from work that help to recharge their batteries. Maybe it’s the good food they’re looking forward to stuffing themselves with. Better still, it could be the joyful thoughts of spending a good time with family and friends. Whatever their reasons for leaving with a smile, I leave with a smile on my face because I’m thankful for how blessed Talstone Group is as a firm.
The past couple of years have been trying ones for our firm, as other companies across the country can attest to as well. However, I see that we have so much more to be thankful for. Here’s just a few things that I’ll bow my head in gratefulness for this Thanksgiving:
1. Answered prayers.
While we don’t shout it in a boastful way or use it to profit by, the faith of those in the firm has certainly sustained us. I know many prayers have been lifted and many more answered.
2. The Talstone family.
Being small, it’s understandable that we’re a tight-knit group. I know I couldn’t have come through some of the challenges we have faced had it not been for those who work along side of me. Our name means “rock-solid talent” and everyone here lives up to that name in more ways than one.
3. Friends of the firm.
In trying times you really see who your friends are. I can tell you that I am grateful for those who have shown so much belief in this firm. The advice, encouragement, and swift kicks in the tail have meant so much to me.
4. Our clients.
I believe that there isn’t a better sector to work in than the advertising. Where else do you get the opportunity to learn so much from so many different people? We never take lightly the significance of those who have trusted us with their marketing efforts. I’m thankful to be considered partners with so many wonderful people.
5. Challenging opportunities.
It can never be said that Talstone has ever backed down from a challenge. While we may have gotten bruised up a bit the past couple of years, we’re in no way beaten. The resolve of this firm is as strong and true as ever and indicative of the determined dedication we employ when approaching our clients’ challenges. I welcome the challenges of the future and the opportunities that abound for us in the future.
There will be more answered prayers to come, new faces added to our team, new friends to be made, new clients to partner with who have new challenges that we’ll eagerly tackle, and a much brighter hope for the future. So ask me why I’m smiling … I’ll be happy to tell you.
Happy Thanksgiving!
