The Random Flowers (and What They Taught Me About Business)

Last weekend, after a long, chaotic week, I woke up to a text and a missed call from my neighbor (and friend), Haley. “I have flowers for you.” No special occasion. Nothing to celebrate. Just a beautiful gesture.

A gesture that made me feel seen. Thought of. Cared for.

It wasn’t about the flowers, it was about the intentionality. It was about someone going out of their way, with no expectation of anything in return, just to bring joy.

It reminded me that the smallest acts of kindness can have the biggest impact, not just in our personal lives, but in business too.

Think about it.

• A quick check-in call.

• A handwritten thank you note.

• Remembering a birthday.

• Asking how someone’s parent is doing after surgery.

These things don’t show up in sales or revenue. But they do build relationships. And relationships build trust, loyalty, and momentum.

We often think success is built in meetings, business dinners, and Teams calls. But the foundation is laid in moments like these; small, human touches that say: “I see you. You matter.”

Haley reminded me that community isn’t built all at once; it’s built one thoughtful moment at a time. And that kind of connection isn’t just good for the soul, it’s good for business, too.

So here’s my challenge to you: do one small thing today to brighten someone else’s day; no agenda, no expectation, just joy.