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Margaret Roohan, Granite and Marble Works
“Dear Rich (Coach),
Thank you so much for taking time out of your very busy schedule to meet with our team at Granite & Marble Works, Inc. Your talk was met with so much enthusiasm and support — I knew that it would resonate with many, but I have to admit I was amazed at the positive response from every single person in the room. You had the group’s full attention throughout your presentation.
As you look at the attached photo, you can see the diversity of our group — and yet, you touched each and every one of these individuals. Many expressed their gratitude later, thanking Mike and me for inviting you to come. Several indicated that you would be reaching out to them directly (thank you). Several were brought to tears during your presentation. Most went home with books to read and hopefully share with others in their life. They all walked away with the important message that AWRA promotes — working every day to make themselves better, to reach out and touch others in a positive way, and to make a difference in the lives of others.
I was pleasantly surprised to have noticed immediate changes after your talk — more patience, openness, acceptance, more eye contact and real communication among co-workers. I know that over the long term, there will continue to be positive changes and effects from your talk. I am convinced that we could not have picked a better way to start off the year 2018 than to have you come and share your message with us.
I hope you will come back again to visit and share your thoughts and ideas with our group. While you often focus on speaking with students and young people, your talk yesterday is proof of the universality of the message, and the impact Act With Respect Always has on all people, regardless of where they are in their life’s journey.
Thank you again Rich. Rest assured that our group felt visible to you, and you to us. You are a very special person to us all. We look forward to being a part of this movement and spreading this important message in our community.”
Best wishes and with gratitude,
Margaret Roohan
Granite and Marble Works
Wilton, NY