Call out customers via Facebook or Instagram to let them know how much they mean to you. Make it personal, be sincere and leave them smiling.

Another way to profess your love: feature customers on your website. This makes customers feel valued and gives them a sense of pride in doing business with you.

If you have customers that don’t live near you, make it a point to meet them when you’re traveling. If you’re going to a conference or traveling for pleasure, let your customers know where you’ll be. If anyone lives in the town you’ll be in, take them out to breakfast or coffee. Nothing beats meeting your customers in person.

Keep a jar filled with notes on life’s blessings (small and big) in your home and whenever you, your spouse or children feel down choose a note from the jar for an instant lift.

Whether it’s right around your neighborhood or a hike in the woods. Immerse yourself in good thoughts while you look at the trees, flowers, snow – all the beauty and abundance of nature.

It’s a great feeling to have someone bring home flowers unexpectedly, have dinner ready on the table, or give a hug out of nowhere. Surprise someone for no reason and brighten his or her day.

Give a Book: There are so many great business and personal development books out there. Give one as a gift to customers. This shows that you’re interested in the well-being and personal growth of your customers. One of my favorite books to give away is The Miracle Morning which teaches you how to set up a morning routine for success.

Make sure to write a personalized note inside the book so your customer knows this is a thank you meant just for them!

Have Customer Appreciation Parties: If you have a brick and mortar, local business, throw a customer appreciation party. You could team up with another local business. Let’s say you own a gym. Partner up with a hair salon or fitness apparel store. They can host the party and provide food and wine, as well as provide a discount to your clients. Your clients are happy because they feel appreciated, get free food and wine and get a good deal on products. The other business is happy because they are getting new customers and making sales. Win Win!

Say Thank You: There is a lot of power in these 2 words. When someone does something nice, acknowledge them. Tell them “thank you.” Flash your smile with those words too. Not only will it make you feel better, but it will make their day too. Whether it’s the checkout person at the grocery store or a stranger holding the door open for you, always say “thank you.”

I’m Scott Colby with Say It With Gratitude and this has been your Daily Gratitude Minute. Cheers.

Happy New Year! Write someone a Handwritten Thank You Note: The note could be for anything. An expression of love, help, thanks, support or just for being there for you. A handwritten note is one of the post impactful ways to express gratitude. It’s a lost art, but when someone receives your thank you card, it will make their day.

Flash A Smile: A lot of people don’t smile these days, and often you have to be the one that initiates it. But not only does smiling make you feel good, smiling at someone will make their day too. Smile more and watch how your day can instantly turn around. While you’re at it, give compliments too. Be sincere - find something about the person that you appreciate and let them know.

I’m Scott Colby with Say It With Gratitude and this has been your Daily Gratitude Minute. Cheers.