"So What Position Do You Play?"

My friend Lisa Finkelstein and I are engrossed in conversation at a small, quaint restaurant in Philadelphia when two enormous men sit down next to us.

Lisa whispers, "They're Eagles players."

I think to myself, Leave them alone.

But I can't help myself. I'm in Philly visiting Alexandra for Parents Weekend, and I'm feeling a little festive.

"So, what position do you play?" I ask.

"Defensive lineman."

"Where are you from?"

"Georgia."

"Georgia! I just flew in from Atlanta!"

"What's your name?"

"Jordan Davis."

Naturally, I turn to his friend.

"Where are you from?"

"Houston."

"Houston! I used to live there!"

Clearly, I'm making new friends and having lots of fun!

"So, can I get a photo with you?"

Jordan politely replies, "Not in here."

A few minutes later, they get up and move tables.

The hostess explains they need more room for all the food they're ordering.

Now here's the interesting part.

I happen to be reading Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy, the book that became famous when Eagles player A.J. Brown was spotted reading it on the sidelines.

Its message has really resonated with me.

On Wall Street, I lived in a world where you were only as good as your last trade.

For a while, I had a hot hand. Until something knocked me off my game, and I lost my confidence, my edge, and eventually part of my identity.

I've since learned that winning often depends on factors outside our control.

An injury. A bad call. A market downturn.

But Inner Excellence offers a different definition of greatness:

It's not just about winning. It's about the person you become and the difference you make in other people's lives.

Which brings me back to Jordan Davis.

As Lisa and I get ready to leave, I ask our waitress for the bill.

She gives me a strange look.

Finally, the hostess comes over.

"Those gentlemen already took care of your bill."

Lisa and I look at each other in disbelief.

What just happened?

Two complete strangers had quietly picked up our check!

Of course, I had to get that photo with Jordan.

I don't know if Jordan Davis scrolls LinkedIn, but if he does, THANK YOU!

On Wall Street, we keep score in dollars. In football, they keep score in points.

But maybe the most important things we do in life never make it onto a scoreboard.

Sometimes a little kindness can go a very long way.

Tiffany Kent

Your Friendly Wealth Engagement Guide 

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