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    Business Strategy with Hirav Shah                                     AUGUST 07, 2026      |  The Indian Eye 40

                               Small Habit, Big Impact:

            Gratitude as a Daily Strategic Tool

              In business, most people focus on doing more—more meetings, more plans, more hustle.

                     But real clarity does not come from doing more. It comes from thinking better

                                                                                                                                FAQs
                                                                                                                  1. Can gratitude really improve busi-
                                                                                                                  ness decisions?
                                                                                                                  Yes. It reduces emotional noise and
                                                                                                                  helps you focus on facts, strengths,
                                                                                                                  and priorities, leading to clearer de-
                                                                                                                  cisions.
                                                                                                                  2. How much time should I spend on
                                                                                                                  gratitude daily?
                                                                                                                  Even 5 minutes is enough if done
                                                                                                                  consistently.

                       HIRAV SHAH                                                                                 3. What if I don’t feel grateful during
                                                                                                                  tough times?
                                                                                                                  That’s when it is most useful.  Start
                   ave you noticed how some                                                                       small—acknowledge  even  one posi-
                   entrepreneurs stay calm and
            Hclear even in pressure, while                                                                        tive aspect.
                                                                                                                  4. Is gratitude only a mindset practice
            others feel stuck despite working                                                                     or a business tool?
            hard? What if the difference is not   Gratitude is not a replacement for strategy. It is a foundation for better strategy (File photo)   It starts as a mindset but directly im-
            strategy first, but state of mind?                                                                    pacts execution, relationships, and
                Gratitude is often seen as emo-  write 3 things you are grateful for in   you think, act, and grow.
            tional or personal. But in reality, it is   business or life. It could be clients,   The question is simple:  decision-making.
                                                                                                                  5. When is the best time to practice grat-
            a daily strategic tool. It brings clari-  team, opportunities, or even challeng-  Are you starting your day with   itude?
            ty, reduces noise, and helps you take   es. This sets a stable tone for the day.  pressure or with clarity?  Morning for clarity and night for re-
            better decisions. When your mind is   2. Appreciate What Is Working     5 Minute Gratitude Exercise for   flection—both together create stron-
            stable, your strategy becomes sharp-  Every business has gaps. But it         Entrepreneurs           ger results.
            er. When your mind is restless, even   also has strengths. Spend 2 minutes   Take a notebook and divide one
            the best plans fail.              daily identifying what is working—  page into three columns.                    Conclusion
                In  business,  confusion  is  costly.   sales, team effort, brand trust. This                         In business, most people focus
            One wrong decision can impact mon-  builds confidence and better strate-  Column 1: Write three things that are   on doing more—more meetings,
                                                                                working well in your business today.
            ey, time, and reputation. Gratitude   gic focus.                    Column 2: Write three people who con-  more  plans,  more  hustle. But  real
            works like a filter. It shifts focus from   3. Gratitude Before Big Decisions  tributed to those successes and how   clarity does not come from doing
            fear to facts, from pressure to priori-  Before making any major deci-  you can appreciate them this week.  more. It comes from thinking better.
            ties. It helps you see what is working   sion, pause and ask: what is already   Column 3: Write one challenge you’re   Gratitude helps you pause, reset,
            instead of only what is missing. That   in place that supports this move?   currently facing and one opportunity   and see things as they are—not as
            shift itself improves decision-making.  This removes fear-based thinking   that may be hidden within it.  fear makes them look. It allows you
                According to Business Strategist   and improves judgment.                                         to recognize strengths, make calmer
                                                                                    Business Strategist Hirav Shah
            Hirav Shah, gratitude is not about ig-  4. Acknowledge People Daily  believes this simple exercise trains   decisions, and move with confidence
            noring business problems or pretend-  Send one message daily—team   your mind to see opportunities along-  instead of confusion.
            ing everything is perfect. It is about   member, client, or partner. Appre-  side problems, leading to more bal-  Instead of constantly chasing
            creating the right mental state before   ciation builds stronger relationships,   anced and strategic decision making.  what’s missing, start building on
            solving those problems. Leaders who   and strong relationships create                                 what’s already working.
            begin with appreciation often com-  smoother execution.                 Tips for Practicing Gratitude in   Because sometimes, the smallest
            municate better, think more objec-  5. End the Day with Reflection              Business              habit creates the biggest shift—and
            tively, and respond with greater pa-  At night, reflect on 1 win and 1   Keep it simple and consistent—  gratitude, when practiced daily, qui-
            tience during challenging situations.   learning. Even small wins matter.   don’t overcomplicate the process  etly becomes your strongest strategic
            Gratitude doesn’t eliminate obsta-  This builds consistency and reduces   Write it down instead of just   advantage.
            cles, but it helps leaders approach   mental clutter.               thinking—it creates stronger impact
            them with  clarity  instead  of panic.  Gratitude is not a replacement   Focus on specific things, not gen-  Hirav Shah is the Global Business
                So how can entrepreneurs actu-  for strategy. It is a foundation for   eral statements             Strategist, Game Changer, and Author
            ally use gratitude daily, not just think   better strategy. It strengthens mind-  Do it daily, especially on stress-  of 19+ books—trusted worldwide for
                                                                                                                    validating big decisions of entrepre-
            about it?                         set, improves execution, and sup-  ful days—that’s when it matters most  neurs, sportsmen, and entertainers.
            1. Start the Day with 3 Clear Gratitudes  ports consistency. Over time, this   Use gratitude to guide action,
                Before checking your phone,   small habit creates a big shift in how   not just reflection          Email : Business@hiravshah.com

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