Can't Stop the Growth CSTG 235: Practice Gratitude: The Note Card That Built a Leader
Oct 21, 2025
Discover the transformative power of gratitude in leadership through a heartfelt story of a handwritten note that shifted Chad's mindset. Learn how appreciation should be a systematic practice rather than just a catchphrase. Key insights include recognizing effort over mere results, the importance of specific praise, and how a brief, sincere note can create immediate impact. Explore daily gratitude practices that enhance mood and resilience, and tackle the challenge of expressing genuine appreciation in your team. Join the movement towards a culture of thanks!
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The Note That Changed Everything
- Chad Peterman received a 20-year-old handwritten note from a position coach that flipped his mindset and bought him into the team.
- The note convinced him he belonged and made him willing to give maximum effort immediately.
Give Gratitude To Break Entitlement
- Do give gratitude abundantly to overcome entitlement and craving for validation among team members.
- Giving more appreciation breaks cycles of resentment and models the behavior you want to see.
Effort Trumps Immediate Results
- Praising effort outpaces praising results because effort is controllable and trainable.
- A high-effort team member is easier to develop than a naturally talented but unmotivated one.