Dear People,
I'll duplicate a website post here because it is an important one as we approach September 11. This year in my client company, I think we'll pause for a few minutes of silence in remembrance of September 11, 2001 and in remembrance of all other tragedies experienced by innocent people.
People in workplaces around the world will remember September 11 as a day of tragedy, sorrow, remembrance, honor, and celebration. No matter how you decide to commemorate September 11 - and I believe some commemoration is worthwhile in every workplace - take these words from Gary Lear, President and CEO of Resource Development Systems, LLC, to heart.
Gary Lear expresses the views of many employers when he reminds us, "I'm not sure how important it is for businesses and other organizations to have some sort of observance. Of course, some will have been more impacted by this event than others, and I'm sure that will also impact upon their decision about activities. Whatever your organization decides, may I suggest that one way to pay respect to those who have left us - for whatever reason - is to celebrate life. Celebrate the life they led, not the death that ended it. Celebrate their life by celebrating all life, including your own. Take a moment of silence to remember, but spend the rest of the day in celebration. There is no greater way to honor someone than to live, love and laugh in their honor."
I don't believe I can give you more meaningful advice. Live, love, and laugh in their honor.
Celebrate Life: Workplace Remembrance of September 11.
Warmly,
Susan
9:42:01 PM
Celebrate Life: Workplace Remembrance of September 11 
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