Don’t be without coffee!
Coffee Creates a Great Social Setting
What can coffee do? Coffee is a powerful social tool–it can be used in business, in building relationships and in other social settings.
One of the reasons I always keep a Keurig both in my office and my home is because I believe that coffee can tear down social barriers. Being able to make a single cup of coffee for whomever I’m getting to know shows that I really want to invest in them. There’s no need for anyone to feel guilty–I’m not making a whole pot of coffee that will get poured down the drain. And, there’s no need for anyone to feel obliged to drink disgusting left-over-from-the-morning coffee that’s left in the carafe. Being able to make coffee that’s specifically for the person who’s going to drink it gives a special sense of hospitality and gives them flexibility in choosing what type of coffee they’d like: bold, subtle, decaf or flavored.
When I have people overnight house guests or dinner guests, it’s so nice to be able to treat each of them to their own individual cup of coffee. Perhaps my affection for Keurig is bordering on obsession–I even have one of the little one-cup Keurigs in my guest room with a basket full of various tea, coffee and hot chocolate K-Cups so my guests can enjoy their own hot drink before bed or as soon as they wake up… without feeling like they’re “bothering” me.
Coffee has become a cultural sign of welcome and pleasant exchanges. Offering coffee to guests, clients and friends sends a very clear message that you’re happy to have them in your life!
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