The key to good meetings, marriages, and probably even kung fu.

I saw this sign recently at a pizza shop in Portland, Maine. I asked the cashier if I could please take a photo of it despite the ironic overtones of that action. She said yes.

I think that sign is true. In fact, I think it’s true about more than just customer service.

I think this sign could say:

Good meetings at work depend on your availability.

Good marriages depend on your availability.

Being a good dad depends on your availability.

Being a good mom depends on your availability.

Chasing a dream depends on your availability.

Getting a promotion depends on your availability.

Being a good friend depends on your availability.

Being good at kung fu depends on your availability.

Maybe I got carried away with that last one. I only made it to blue belt in Kenpo, so I can’t really talk kung fu with any degree of accuracy. But I did get great customer service at the pizza place in Portland, Maine. And I do want a great marriage.

So it looks like I better be available.