The Power of a True Compliment
Sometimes the simplest gesture can bring about great rewards. A sincere compliment can take only seconds to give, it doesn’t cost anything, and it can show others how much you value and appreciate them.
It takes just a moment to craft a powerful, sincere, genuine and thoughtful compliment. Here are a few suggestions to superpower your comments:
- Be sure you are complimenting someone because they have made an impact on you, and you truly care about letting them know. Be sure there is no agenda behind your compliment and that you are not wanting anything from the individual. Finally, don’t compliment someone because you feel obligated, you could come across as insincere.
- Focus on the person’s effort and the time that went into their work. Don’t just comment about the outcome of their work, but rather how the person did the job and the amount of passion they put into the work.
- Be sure and let the individual know how their effort impacted you and others. Provide insight in how this experience helped, changed or encouraged you.
- Be sure and pay attention to your facial expressions. Make eye contact with the person that you are speaking with, and make sure you are smiling.
A compliment can be given at any time, for the smallest reason — if it is meaningful and honest. Start today by noticing people around you and the difference they are making in your life.
https://hbr.org/2019/10/how-to-give-and-receive-compliments-at-work
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/conscious-relationships_b_5062756