Tim Bursch

When you are in transition, out of a job, debt-challenged or just struggling, how do you practice generosity? It is challenging.

If you ask and take repeatedly in business, you look desperate or greedy. Giving signals that you have something to share instead.

So, you really don’t have money to buy everyone a coffee or a book. That’s okay. We all have valuable assets to share. Try these:

• Share your knowledge. If you need more, start reading.
• Give away your connections.
• Help others get ahead.
• Listen. Your attention is a gift, especially with all this noise.

We reap what we sow. Applies to being generous in business too. And it will fill you up.