Impact: The Power of One

Written by Harmonie • Filed Under Inspiration • May 7, 2009

IMPACT: The Power of One

During the last week, I have been considering a new “joint” business venture. And while I won’t disclose the specifics, I will say that I am still on the fence about it. It’s constantly filled my mind since it was presented.

Each week I take a trip to Gaylord to visit my friends at the Detroit Coney Island and eat coney dogs. I am originally from the Detroit suburbs and there is nothing better to me than authentic Detroit Style Coneys (there is no substitute). It’s my reward to myself and I get a chance to socialize with friends.

On the way to Gaylord, I phoned a friend and he said something very simple, yet so profound. He said, “What will you get out of it and what will the other person get out of it?” Brilliant. Almost instantly, I made up my mind but continued on my journey for coney’s.

After I ate my coney’s I went to OfficeMax to purchase some office supplies. While making my way around the store, trying everything out, I came to the mouse pads. One instantly caught my eye (see top right). Perhaps it was the water, it is so “Ponder” and so much like my business card and website header. But then my eyes dropped to the bottom to read:

“IMPACT The Power of One”

I thought, YES the “Power of One.” I bought the mouse pad but what I got that is far more valuable is a gentle affirmation and now perhaps I will make a better decision. And to think, I almost grabbed my pens at the front of the store and headed out, but I stuck around. It was well worth my time.

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5 Responses to “Impact: The Power of One”

Scott on May 7th, 2009 1:01 am

Yes, the power of one can be great. A single person really can make a difference and it only takes one spark to ignite a raging fire. But behind almost every successful household name is a score of faceless people that contribute to their success.

Edison is credited for creating the light bulb amongst other things, but look at how many people were employed at his Menlo Park. It’s good to be an army of one, but remember to surround yourself with good people

Scott
Scott on May 7th, 2009 1:05 am

Oh, and before I forget. To the guy at the office supply store who thinks I need assistance just because I’ve been down each aisle twice? It’s all good. I’ll know what I “need” when I see it

Scott
Harmonie Ponder on May 7th, 2009 1:19 am

That’s a great point Scott, I think we all should remember to surround ourselves with good people. It’s far too easy to “settle.”

I love that second comment! And that happened to me too, but I left that part out hehe…Thanks for your comments, they’re appreciated!
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During the last week, I have been considering a new “joint” business venture. And while I won’t disclose the specifics, I will say that I am still on the fence about it. It’s constantly filled my mind since it was presented….
Dominick on August 4th, 2010 10:35 am

It’s true what your friend said, what benefits do both of you two get from each other. There is always an underlining meaning.