Dave Foy’s Post

*Ten Things You Need to Understand!!* 1. When you're winning, learn to keep your mouth shut. 2. Don't share your plans with others; let the results speak for themselves. 3. Never expect to receive what you give; not everyone has a kind heart. 4. Every day, you wake up with a new opportunity to be better than you were yesterday. 5. You'll never get what you want until you're grateful for what you already have. 6. Sometimes, what you hold onto is exactly what you need to let go of. 7. If you want to buy things without worrying about the price, work without watching the clock. 8. Don't prioritize people in your life based on what you gain from them; remove them if necessary, for a better reason. 9. The devil won't attack you so fiercely if there wasn't something valuable in your life; thieves don't break into empty houses. 10. When you start achieving greatness in your life, you'll set a lot of people off.

Trust, Reputation and Relationships: A Trip Down Memory Lane 💦🚗✨ Throw🔙: For the ones who know me well, they know I have a lot of trouble doing nothing. So when the perspective was 3 weeks of “doing nothing” in between jobs, I figuered why not make a trip down memory lane?! And so I did; back to cleaning cars from my DriveClean days, albeit for 4 days. 🙏🏼 Appreciation: What asronished me most was that, after more than 1,5 years, the 4 available days were fully booked within 2 hours! The reputation and trust I’d built over the years was still there. I am grateful for and would like to thank the clients that again gave me their trust to clean their cars after all this time. 🎓Key takeaway: building relationships, trust and reputation is hard and takes a long time. However, once it is there, charished and nurtured; it will stick around for a long time!

Loyalty goes beyond business—it's a core value that shapes our personal and professional lives. Whether it's with family, friends, colleagues, or clients, loyalty is about standing by the people who matter, even when times are tough. It's about trust, commitment, and showing up for others consistently. In life, loyalty is what builds lasting bonds and creates a sense of belonging. It’s a reflection of our character and our dedication to the people and principles we hold dear. Grateful for the loyal relationships that continue to inspire and support me, both personally and professionally. Let's continue to invest in the connections that truly matter. #Loyalty #Relationships #Trust #Commitment #PersonalGrowth

We live in a greedy world.  I don't mean to hurt anyone's feelings, but let's think about it for a moment. We always want more stuff. We have everything our grandparents dreamed of. But we're not happier.  In fact, more people feel sad and worried than ever before. Why? Because: We choose to ignore the positive things We're always looking at what others have. It's like we're in a race that we can never win. Life has good and bad parts.  It's like a coin with two sides. We often pick the bad side to look at.  Then we wonder why we're not happy. And that’s why it’s essential for us to slow down.  No one else will do it for us. We have to choose to be grateful. Being thankful isn't just about being nice.  It's about being smart with our feelings.  It helps us handle tough times better. Try this:  Every night, think of three good things that happened.  It might feel weird at first. But it can make a big difference in how you feel. P.s: What’s one thing that you’re grateful for? I’m grateful to have a lifestyle that allows me to travel wherever and whenever I want.

Didn't plan to write this, but the machines have reminded me that it's been five years since I went on my own after two decades at a certain ginormous holding company. Five years since setting up an email, a website and all the like. Five years since wondering how the hell to price, first contracts and learning to love the communications craft again. I could never have imagined how rewarding this journey would be. Can't thank those who believed (you know who you are) enough. Looking forward to the next five. In that spirit, five reminders to myself and to others who are either considering or have already headed down the independent path. ♠ Bet on Yourself: It's an old adage, but there's a reason. AI may kill us all, but part of the bet-on-you definition that feels rather salient is this: "investing in your abilities and ideas, and taking steps to grow and overcome fears." 💙 Connect with Good People: Good humans lead to good opportunities and good experience. And the inverse holds true. I've been gifted with wonderful connections to even better people. It's no coincidence that my best, most fulfilling experiences have been with the greatest people. 💰 Show Your Value: There's a difference between having to prove yourself and wanting to prove yourself. Never stop going the extra distance to bring what you do to the forefront. Again and again. 🧠 Stretch Your Brain: Don't get too comfortable doing the same thing you've always done. Lean on experience, but find a mix of clients and partners that stimulate different portions of your brain. In addition to keeping it fresh, you continue to learn and increase your value and expertise in the process. 🏡 Remember What Matters: When it gets heavy, take a pause. Step back and remember what matters most. That perspective will ground you and make for better work and better life. Cheers to all those who've supported me. Forever grateful.

Do you say 'yes' to free / unreasonable client requests? This is a must have business and life skill: 2 conversations this week - with 2 very different types of people, who work in very different industries. One a man, the other a woman. They both do this: → Work for free - on repeat. Add to client deliverables, for free. → Say 'yes' to requests - unpaid - for free. I feel this partly happens because they are wonderful people want what's best for their clients feel grateful for having them.... Showing up as your boundaried self is the answer. What WILL you do. What WON'T you do... Share at the start of the relationship ideally... Or as things show up - don't dwell or get annoyed. Money is why you work. Else you could volunteer your expertise. It's about more than that though... not going into that here. Have that difficult conversation. Communicating when you show up as your boundaried self takes you, and your relationships, to the next (GREAT!) level. Boundaries are about being safe, and able to sustain 'self', work, life. Don't blur key boundaries.... I am still learning to be my boundaried self. What about you?

We tend to overthink and overcomplicate things. But simplicity? It has power. ✅ It helps us focus. ✅ It allows clarity. ✅ It brings peace. Next time you're feeling overwhelmed, ask yourself: Am I complicating this? (Sometimes, the best solution is the simplest one.) --- P.S. What's one simple thing you're grateful for today? Comment below👇

Yesterday, I received a gift from a client that deeply touched my heart and reminded me why I love what I do. The thoughtful gesture and kind words from this amazing lady have truly made my week. In our fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the impact we have on each other. This gift was more than a simple token; it was a testament to the meaningful connections we build with our clients. Her words of appreciation for our work together were a beautiful reminder of the trust and respect we've cultivated. Receiving such a heartfelt gift underscores the importance of human connection in business. It's not just about transactions or projects; it's about understanding, empathy, and mutual respect. Every interaction is an opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life, and moments like these highlight the true value of our work. How does recognition for your hard work impact your professional well-being? For me, it’s incredibly affirming and motivating. It recharges my passion and drive, reminding me that our efforts do not go unnoticed and that they matter deeply to those we serve. To my incredible client, thank you. Your generosity and kindness have truly inspired me. Let’s all take a moment to appreciate the people around us and the connections we share. These relationships define our professional and personal lives, making every effort worthwhile. Here’s to more meaningful connections and the joy they bring into our lives. How do you feel when you're recognised for your hard work? How does it affect your motivation and overall well-being? Let's continue to support and uplift one another, recognising the profound effects of our work and the bonds we form along the way.

Happy birthday to us! Celebrating 25 years of this amazing family business. What do you say when it has been 25 years of sweat, tears, highs, lows, seeing people come and people go. There are so many key learnings, more than 25, but these are the ones that i live by… 1. Life is short: I lost my parents in the industry, I have seen staff pass away due to numerous illnesses and it never gets easier, but keep building the relationships, go deep, go beyond what is expected… that is what makes the difference. 2. “Boss Lady / Sister Boss” embrace who you are, embrace your fierce (even when its not the corporate thing to do) embrace what makes you you. This gives others a chance to be themselves in a world that would prefer people to fit the mold. 3. “Only dead fish go with the flow” have an opinion even if it is not the popular one, learn to explain why you think differently this might just unlock new potential and ideas with the people around you. 4. Respect is earned its not a given! 5. Trust is transferred, make sure that you don’t make an assumption that a person is to be trusted based on the trust you have in somebody. 6. In a world that is overwhelmingly stressed Be kind. 7. Make sure your integrity cant be bought…. It will cost you dearly. 8. Always be honest and keep to your word… let your Yes be Yes and your No be No. 9. Apologizing when you get it wrong is not a weakness, it is a sign that you acknowledge that there was a mistake made and that you already looking for the solution. 10. Love what you do, if you don’t it is time for a plot twist….

YOU are too concerned about what was and what will be. Be like a kid. Don’t give a sh*t about what tomorrow will be. Live in the present. (𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦: 𝘐'𝘮 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦! 𝘐𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘢 𝘣𝘶𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘶𝘱𝘰𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵. ❤) Be happy. Be grateful. "Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That’s why it’s called a present." — Master Oogway 𝗣. 𝗦. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆? Follow Saif Beyg for more tips and insights to make your work and life a bit better each day! _________________________________________ Do you like ghosts? If so, then i can become one and write you content for you! I'm just a DM away rather than a ritual! First Article/post is free! ( 𝗣. 𝗦. You don't even need a sacrifice!)