Thanksgiving is truly a special day. It was first celebrated in 1621 when the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag Native Americans shared a fall harvest. In 1863, President Lincoln proclaimed a national day of thanksgiving to be celebrated each year on the fourth Thursday of November. Thanksgiving Day is more than memories, food, football and parades. It is a day of thanks. On this day, we are reminded of the bounty of treasures that are a part of our everyday lives. We spend a few, often too brief, moments in prayer or meditation before dinner to say thanks for our family, friends and the wonderfulness of our lives. The true meaning of Thanksgiving should not end there. Ponder the two words that are involved: thanks and giving. We should therefore be reminded to give thanks and to share. Take the time to share our economic benefits, material wealth and talents with those who can use our help. Once again as you sit down to dinner, ponder the true meaning of Thanksgiving. Thank you for reading Bane’s Blog® Please read the latest issue of the Clene-Times® at www.baneclene.com/publications/. Please visit our web site at www.baneclene.com. The Bane-Clene® Team. Free Bane-Clene Information Package
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Thursday, November 24, 2022
Thanksgiving Day
Friday, November 18, 2022
Every Time The Phone Rings – The Boss is Calling
It’s through the telephone that most of your customers receive their first impression of your company! A smile is contagious, and a smile can be transmitted hundreds of miles through the telephone. Greet your customers with a smile in your voice, and you can be certain that you are making a good first impression. Be sincere when you are talking with customers. Confidence in your products and services is conveyed to your customer through your sincerity. Be polite! Don’t forget simple phrases such as, “How may I help you?” “Is there anything else I can do to help you today?” and “Thank you for your order.” Avoid saying “no.” If asked by a customer to do something about which you are unsure, let him or her how that you will certainly try! This is a positive approach, and it reassures the customer of your desire to help. Remember, the customer is your boss! He or she may not sign your pay check, but without the customer, you wouldn’t have a pay check. Thank you for reading Bane’s Blog® Please read the latest issue of the Clene-Times® at www.baneclene.com/publications/. Please visit our web site at www.baneclene.com. The Bane-Clene® Team. Additional Articles and Information:Free Bane-Clene Information Package
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Friday, November 11, 2022
VETERANS DAY
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In America, we enjoy many of our freedoms because of the dedication and courage of all our Veterans Veterans Day always falls on November 11th. It is this day that we honor those Veterans. Veterans Day originated as Armistice Day and marked the end of hostilities of World War I that occurred at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. The first Armistice Day was commemorated in 1919. The day was originally set aside to honor the Veterans of World War I. After World War II and the Korean War, Congress recognized a need to expand the meaning of the day and recognize ALL veterans. So in 1954, the word “Armistice” was replaced with “Veterans” as a way to include all Veterans of all American wars. Veterans Day is a federal holiday which many cities celebrate with parades and ceremonies. In Washington, D.C., the celebration includes a wreath laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. Veterans Day is a day not only to honor those that made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, but also to recognize those who continue to serve today. Take this time to thank a Veteran who fulfills this patriotic duty to maintain the freedoms of our country. You can show the respect you have for them by properly honoring and displaying the American Flag. One way that is accomplished is by always standing and placing your hand over your heart during the playing of the National Anthem. Thank you for reading Bane’s Blog® Please read the latest issue of the Clene-Times® at www.baneclene.com/publications/. Please visit our web site at www.baneclene.com. The Bane-Clene® Team. 
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Friday, November 04, 2022
VOTE
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November 8th is obviously election day. If you have not already done so, PLEASE exercise your right to vote. As small business owners whoever is in charge has a tremendous effect on yours and all of our businesses. The Bane-Clene® Team. 
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