Thursday, September 6, 2012

One HUNDRED More Steps


One HUNDRED More Steps

About six years ago, I was working as a Sales Manager at Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, and I had something I needed to share with one of my colleagues in the office. 

First, I thought about sending them an email…but I wasn’t sure if the message would come across clearly enough.  Then, I thought about giving them a call…still didn’t seem like that would be quite enough of a personal touch.  Next, I printed a couple documents to show them the next time they stopped by my office…it was at that point when I said to myself, “this might save them time and actually help them if I take this to them now, instead of waiting until later…their office isn’t too far down the hallway…maybe I’ll just go one more step, and take it to them now…”

Sure enough, delivering the documents in-person, to their office and engaging in a quick dialogue, fully explaining the context of the situation helped them out, made perfect sense to them, and most importantly seemed to really save them time and add value to their day…judging by the genuine thanks and appreciation I received from my colleague.  I remember just walking a bit taller, with a little more bounce in my step and a big smile on my face, just knowing that the little extra step made a positive difference.  (note the operative word - them - taking the focus off of myself and focusing on them was the key, resulting in a much more fulfilling and rewarding day for me in the end.)

It was then, on that day, that I started really thinking about this concept or idea of going OneMoreStep.  For years I talked about it with my friends, family, coworkers, bosses, etc.  On January 31st, 2011, I decided to start writing about it.

The OneMoreStepRevolution blog was born…

I started writing about the topic, sharing stories, thoughts, experiences, and principles that I’ve learned along the way.  Some come from lessons I’ve learned from my parents, coaches, and/or teachers growing up in Kentucky while other posts have been inspired by books I’ve read or life experiences.  Other posts I’ve shared just because I’ve had a thought that helped me get through a challenging day or a tough time…and my hope in sharing that thought on the blog is that it helps or inspires someone else when they read it.

I like to write, and I like to speak to people about these principles…but most of all I absolutely love the thought of inspiring people to go OneMoreStep in life or at work, in hopes that they have a better day today than they did yesterday…all because they made a positive difference in the lives of those around them.

As much as I enjoy writing and speaking about going OneMoreStep, I don’t do it for me…I do it for you.

I appreciate the OneMoreStepRevolution community liking, sharing, retweeting, commenting, emailing, forwarding, and responding to each post in the last 18 months.  Together we’ve sent posts from this blog to all 50 states in this country and 140 countries around the world.

Last week, the OneMoreStepRevolution blog published its 100th Post.  Just as we’ve shared since January 31st, 2011…we share with you here, on this post, in one location all 100 Posts.  I hope this post and future posts continue to be a source of inspiration to you and others to keep looking up and going OneMoreStep…

All 100 Posts for the road...


Logo art provided by Barkofski Design in Winter Garden, FL.  I called my long time friend and former roommate, Steve Barkofksi, last week and told him that we've reached 100 Posts.  I asked him if he thought it would be cool to have a "100 Posts" logo and if he had a few minutes, could he draw one up.  Two days later he emailed me...he didn't draw up one, he drew up six...and said, "here's a few ideas...we can always mix and match...let me know which ones you like...and let me know if I can do anything else..."  Stevo, being Stevo...going OneMoreStep as usual.       Thanks, Steve!

I'd love your feedback - which posts you've enjoyed the most, and why...as well as what topics, stories, or experiences you would like to read more about in future posts or books I write.  

Email me at tscott21@gmail.com.  Tweet me @TSCOTT1502, and join the OneMoreStepRevolution Community page on Facebook by clicking here...

OneMoreStep…the concept – January 31st, 2011

Keep Doing the Little Things… - February 2nd, 2011

It’s Friday…Finish Strong…  - February 4th, 2011


I Like a Girl…But… - February 13th, 2011

Avis Makes Magic?February 15th, 2011

Be “Around” the BallFebruary 20th, 2011

It’s My JobFebruary 28th, 2011

FRED FridayMarch 3rd, 2011

Everybody Has “Stuff”March 7th, 2011

The Name GameMarch 14th, 2011


Don’t Miss ItMarch 24th, 2011

How Did We Make Them Feel? – March 30th, 2011

Touch People – April 5th, 2011

FRED Friday…Meet Van – April 7th, 2011

Don’t Give Up – April 10th, 2011

Lead With Love – April 17th, 2011

FRED Friday…Meet Jennifer Le – April 21st, 2011

Start Fresh – April 24th, 2011

Lessons From Mom – May 2nd, 2011


Just Be Nice – May 9th, 2011

Do It Anyway – May 17th, 2011

FRED Friday…Tech Magic – May 20th 2011


Let ‘em Know You Were There – June 1st, 2011



I Wanted to Be Like Him – June 13th, 2011


86,400 Seconds in a Day – June 20th, 2011

StairMaster – June 27th, 2011

Second Half – July 7th, 2011


Life…It’s What We Make It – July 11th, 2011


The OneMoreStep Trifecta – July 24th, 2011

FRED Friday…Meet Ellen Ruel – July 29th, 2011

Hugs, Handshakes, & Hi-5’s – August 10th, 2011

FRED Friday…Meet Holly – August 12th, 2011


Kitchen Table – August 29th, 2011


OneMoreStep Moments – September 20th, 2011


Persistence Wears Resistance – October 3rd, 2011



Annoyed Today, Expert Tomorrow – October 18th, 2011

It’s About People – October 24th, 2011

FRED Friday…Meet Mike – October 28th, 2011

Practice… - November 2nd, 2011

FRED Friday…Meet Rob – November 3rd, 2011

It’s a Small World…Be Happy – November 13th, 2011

Give “Thanks” – November 21st, 2011

Be Curious – December 6th, 2011

Content is King…With a Twist – December 15th, 2011

Believe – December 19th, 2011

Sometimes… - January 5th, 2012

FRED Friday…Meet Marcos – January 13th, 2012

Dream Diligently – January 16th, 2012

Leaders Elevate – January 30th, 2012

Today is the Day – February 10th, 2012

FRED Friday…Meet Ms. “D” – February 17th, 2012

Trying vs. Doing…MTXE – February 29th, 2012

When Leaders LEAD – March 5th, 2012



Mistakes & HAKUNA MATATA Moments – March 25th, 2012

Up – March 29th, 2012

Seriously, Why So Serious – April 1st, 2012

Never Always Sunny – April 2nd, 2012

Good… - April 6th, 2012

The Magic of Understanding – April 11th, 2012




Lessons From Mom – 2.0 – May 8th, 2012

FRED Friday…Meet Boston – May 11th, 2012

Make Believe – May 14th, 2012


We’re the Lucky Ones – May 23rd, 2012


Swings – May 29th, 2012

The Ride – June 4th, 2012


Fountains in the Desert – June 9th, 2012

There – June 10th, 2012

Once Upon a Time is Now – June 14th, 2012

Environmentality – June 26th, 2012


Only Time Will Tell… - July 8th, 2012


Credit vs. Benefit & Who Cares – July 26th, 2012

Walk – July 31st, 2012

Represent Your Nation – August 10th, 2012

Good People – August 16th, 2012


Are You Winning? – August 29th, 2012


2 comments:

  1. You have been an inspiration through perspiration. I remember when you put the first post up. You have motivated me more than you will ever know.l I only hope that I can add a little bit of joy to what you do. Thanks Taylor, you are awesome!!!!

    Tom

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  2. Keep up the good posts,I love reading them. They all are so encouraging.

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