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What event is described as a special moment in everyone's life?
What event is described as a special moment in everyone's life?
- Going on a vacation
- Seizing an opportunity that fulfills one's mission (correct)
- Finding a new job
- Meeting a close friend
What mishap occurred while driving to the airport?
What mishap occurred while driving to the airport?
- The coffee shop was closed
- The driver got lost
- The car broke down
- The coffee spilled on the driver (correct)
How did the driver attempt to address the coffee stain on the jeans?
How did the driver attempt to address the coffee stain on the jeans?
- Tried to wash them in the bathroom sink
- Ignored the stain
- Changed into a new pair of jeans
- Used hand dryer to dry the jeans (correct)
What did the hotel supervisor offer to do with the stained jeans?
What did the hotel supervisor offer to do with the stained jeans?
How does the narrator identify the helpful hotel employee?
How does the narrator identify the helpful hotel employee?
What humorous suggestion did the flight attendant make for passengers having trouble with their ears?
What humorous suggestion did the flight attendant make for passengers having trouble with their ears?
How did the flight attendant inform passengers about potential traffic issues in San Francisco?
How did the flight attendant inform passengers about potential traffic issues in San Francisco?
What special act did Jack Foy perform for a hotel guest on Father's Day?
What special act did Jack Foy perform for a hotel guest on Father's Day?
What was the primary reason the hotel could not advance cash to the traveler?
What was the primary reason the hotel could not advance cash to the traveler?
What did Nick offer the traveler as a gesture of kindness?
What did Nick offer the traveler as a gesture of kindness?
What did the traveler realize he needed to borrow from Nick?
What did the traveler realize he needed to borrow from Nick?
What was a key trait displayed by both the flight attendant and Jack Foy?
What was a key trait displayed by both the flight attendant and Jack Foy?
What did the flight attendant hope passengers would do when leaving the airplane?
What did the flight attendant hope passengers would do when leaving the airplane?
What was the traveler's main concern that led him to seek assistance from Nick?
What was the traveler's main concern that led him to seek assistance from Nick?
What was the outcome of Jack Foy's service to the guest on Father's Day?
What was the outcome of Jack Foy's service to the guest on Father's Day?
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Study Notes
Freds are Everywhere
- Freds are people who go above and beyond their daily duties to help others.
- The article lists several examples of people who exemplify Fred behavior and uses various examples to demonstrate how Freds impact the lives of others.
Characteristics of a Fred
- Selfless: Freds act without expecting anything in return.
- Empathetic: Freds understand the needs of others and are willing to provide assistance.
- Helpful: Freds take initiative to solve problems and improve situations for those around them.
- Kind: Freds demonstrate genuine care and compassion towards others.
Examples of Freds in Action
- The Helpful Hotel Employee: A hotel employee went above and beyond by washing a guest's coffee-stained pants overnight to ensure they had clean clothing for their journey.
- The Funny Flight Attendant: A flight attendant used humor and wit to create a positive experience for passengers on a flight, making their journey more enjoyable.
- The Accountable Hotel Employee: A hotel employee went beyond his job description to deliver a special breakfast to a guest's husband on Father's Day, demonstrating initiative and commitment to service.
- The Generous Bar Employee: A bartender offered a drink and snacks as a gesture of apology for a guest's room key issue and later offered to lend the guest money when they realized they had run out of cash, demonstrating kindness and willingness to assist.
- The Dedicated Pepsi Employee: A young man known as Colin Powell, took an entry-level job at a Pepsi plant and demonstrated exceptional work ethic, leading to a promotion and laying the foundation for a successful career in the military and government.
The Importance of Being a Fred
- Freds are not defined by their profession but by their actions.
- Being a Fred is about making a difference, and it can be found in everyday interactions.
- It is a reminder that small acts of kindness can have a significant impact on others, creating a ripple effect of positivity.
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