Many years ago, a friend of mine (Matt)
was traveling for business. When he came back he told me this story. I believe this took place in Sweden, although
I could be wrong.
The morning of Matt’s first day, a
colleague from his company picked him up at the hotel. When they arrived at the
building, his colleague parked in one of the last parking spots available –
actually the furthest spot from the front doors.
While they were walking in, Matt
said, “Why did you park all the way out here?
We are the first ones to arrive at work.
We can park in the first spot by the doors.”
To which his Swedish colleague replied,
“That is exactly why I parked all the way out here. Someone may be running late today and they
will need the first spot. I am hoping to
save it for that person.”
How will you show uncommon courtesy today?
How will you show uncommon courtesy today?
