A Great Doormat Research Paper

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How To Be A Great Doormat

Imagine this, It’s Black Friday and you are standing outside Best Buy in an ungodly long line that wraps around the side of the tan building. People are bundled up in their winter coat, scarf, and gloves as they wait in anticipation for the new game Call of Duty Black Ops 3 to be released. In front of the store’s entrance is a chubby man dressed in a santa hat and apron that reads The Salvation Army. He’s ringing a bell as he collect donations for needy families. Sounds of cars pulling into the parking lot full of late comers are heard. Your hands have gone numb from the cold and your cheeks are rosy red. A light blanket of snow covers the ground as snow flakes gracefully fall onto your exposed skin. You’ve been out here since last night and excitement quickly build up inside of you as it is 5 more minutes until the doors will be opened. “Everyone stand back we are opening the doors,” You are one of the first people to buy the game. After you purchase it you go to your friend, Marvin’s house and give him his game. You watch as his face lights up with joy. Your friend was delighted you waited outside for him to get a video game. Regardless, of the bone chilling weather and the time it took to get it. That what great door mats do. Yet, to be a great Norman you must possess three skills agree to anything someone asks you, be a people pleaser, and go out of your way for others.
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For example your best friend really wants to be the first to play Call of Duty Black Ops 3 it releases next month at Best Buy but he would have to wait in line for it in the blistering cold overnight. You don’t want him to get sick from the cold so you should offer to stand in line and get the game for him. This is a great way to build lasting friendships as they know you are are alway there to help them