Story 9:
I held the door for an older guy at the office lobby, even though I was late. He dropped his notebook, I helped pick it up. Got to the interview 7 minutes late, flustered.
Interviewer walked in, it was the same guy. He smiled and said, “You’re the first person to help me all day.” I thought I’d blown it, but he hired me. Said the role needed “someone who pays attention without being told.”
It was 14 years ago. I’m still at that job and I still see him.
Story 10:
I saw a teenager crying alone at the airport. Everyone passed by. I asked if he was okay. He said he was meeting his mom after years apart. I sat with him while he waited. When she finally came out, he just froze. I nudged him gently and said, “She’s right there.”
He ran to her and hugged her for what felt like forever. As they left, she mouthed, “Thank you.” I was just glad I hadn’t walked past.
