If you enjoy your meal, you won't think twice about tipping your waitress generously. But what about everyone else who makes your day go well?

When you can’t show your appreciation with cash, write it up instead. Most businesses have ways to contact them online; set five minutes aside after a pleasant visit to your favorite store or restaurant and let the management know about your good experience. If an employee helps you find something on the shelves or treats you well in the checkout line, jot that person’s name on your receipt and send a good review to the store. If the person vending your popcorn makes you smile, submit that too. Take the survey listed on the bottom of your bill even when a sweepstakes isn’t offer.

We live in a world where people are more likely to write a review because they’re angry than for any other reason. Let’s rise above that by paying more attention to the good – and returning that goodness by sharing.