by Uri Marcovitz

As we head toward the holidays and close out another calendar year, it’s always good to reflect on the year’s successes and even perhaps what didn’t go so well so we can improve next year. Our reflections should always include how we treat the people with whom we work and the relationships we have built with businesses across the globe

The most valuable asset any business has is people, and the strength of relationships with fellow employees can make or break a successful year. Our business relationships extend beyond our own companies’ walls out to our customers and vendors. These relationships, like those with our own people, are valuable business assets as well.

During this “season of goodwill,” consider the fact that leveraging our relationships and working collaboratively is how our best work gets accomplished. Within the context of the organization, nobody can be successful by going it alone. Knute Rockne said “The secret of winning is working more as a team, less as individuals”.

Teamwork and collaboration define Setex Technologies business philosophy. Winning performances, whether in sports or business, depend on how well a team works together and recognizes the contributions of each player! 

As you identify the important people in your business and who your business works with; make a plan for recognizing the value of your relationship with them, not only during the holiday season but throughout the whole year. If it’s too late to plan and order holiday gifts this year, mark your 2023 calendar now to give yourself plenty of lead time to plan ahead for next December.

Put some strategy behind your gift giving and holiday party planning, and by all means, be inclusive. Be aware of people from diverse backgrounds who may celebrate different holidays or have unique celebration customs. Be warm and welcoming to those from less familiar backgrounds and cultures.

December happens to be a month that is rich in holiday traditions across just about every continent and region throughout the world. This fact makes the end of the calendar year the ideal time for celebrating diverse ideas about peace, harmony, goodwill, charity and love. 

Whatever the cultural make up of your office, whatever the cultural makeup of your clients, it is a delight when people express their own unique ideas of the holidays. Whether it’s Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanzaa or a New Year’s celebration, we can all come together during the Holiday Season to appreciate one another.

Let’s all appreciate the unique holiday greetings offered to us by our workmates and clients and give sincere and heartfelt greetings in return.

We are grateful during this Holiday Season to our employees, clients, and vendors and look forward to sharing an amazing 2023!