Word of the Year: 2021
Kindness
Kindness is choosing to acknowledge and celebrate the beauty in others, regardless of whether or not they can find it in themselves.
— RAKTavist
We have a saying here at Bottleneck... 'lead with kindness'. Everyone on our team believes in this and each and every person at Bottleneck is a leader. Our passion for taking care of our fellow human beings is the very foundation this company has built.
Kind·ness
Noun
/ˈkīn(d)nəs/
the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.
KINDNESS
/ˈkīn(d)nəs/
noun
1. The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.
Kindness is a type of behavior marked by acts of generosity, consideration, or concern for others, without expecting praise or reward. Kindness was one of the main topics in the Bible.
ILLUMINATES
/iˈlo͞oməˌnāt/
verb
1. providing insight, clarity, or understanding: highly informative and illuminating remark/discussion
It is extremely important to light up other people’s lives. The positive feelings for everyone involved are very powerful. This empowers the mission and all those achieving the vision together.
NATURAL
/ˈnaCH(ə)rəl/
noun
1. A person regarded as having an innate gift or talent for a particular task or activity.
Having the ability to perform naturally in your work environment lends you the confidence to speak up, offer new ideas, and participate in the decision-making process.
DECENCY
/dē-sᵊn-sē/
noun
1. Conforming with generally accepted standards of respectable or moral behavior.
While I am not a huge fan of the word conform, as I believe this sets people up to be something they are not, I do believe in being a decent human being as far as caring for one another and embracing their beliefs while not having to be afraid of being true to yourself.
NEOTERIC
/ˌnēəˈterik/
noun
1. a modern person; is a person who advocates new ideas
While so many of us know what kindness is, it is when it is most needed that it is usually not used. All it takes is one act of kindness to start a positive ripple effect. Are you the person that will act with kindness today?
ENERGY
/ˈenərjē/
noun
1. The strength and vitality required for sustained physical or mental activity.
Positive energy is important. People with this type of energy lift others up and initiate effective work from those they come in contact with. They are positive, fun, go-getters with a “can do” attitude and an obvious appetite for life.
SELFLESS
\ ˈsel-fləs \
adjective
1. showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Have you ever given anything away or donated to a cause? How did you feel? Being truly selfless will not only have a major impact on you, but others will see this and want to give back.
STATEMENTS
/ˈstātmənt/
noun, plural
1. A definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing.
When you make a statement in front of anyone, it will heed a response. Make sure you are thoughtful with your statements, especially if these statements are coming from a place of anger or frustration. Remember to take a breath and be thoughtful and encouraging with your words and feelings towards others.
