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The Gatekeeper is the Goalkeeper
He greeted the assistant first. She opened every door after.
The Story
In Sharjah, a visitor learned names of reception, driver, and scheduler, then sent a thank-you voice note after the meeting. When calendars got tight, his slot stayed.
Cultural Principle
Respect is ecosystem-wide. Treating facilitators with genuine regard signals reliability; influence often flows through them.
Takeaway
Learn and use names, show consistent courtesy, and follow up with gratitude. Your brand is how you treat those with no spotlight.
Until next week,
Taqua