I’ll bet you could tell me exactly the last time when someone gave you a meaningful compliment. In fact, I’ll bet you can remember exactly what the person said that … Continue reading Praise: A Free Gift of Energy
Praise: A Free Gift of Energy
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Specific and Sincere – Count ‘Em
Here’s your Monday Motivator… Count the number of times you give specific praise and acknowledgement to others this week. Many of us think we do this a lot. Do we? … Continue reading Specific and Sincere – Count ‘Em
General Praise Doesn’t Work
Most of us have drunk the kool-aid that says praise is motivational. I agree. To a point. I believe that SPECIFIC praise is motivational. There’s a difference. We’ve all experienced … Continue reading General Praise Doesn’t Work
Back Stabber or Back Patter?
So much has been written and said about the value of a “pat on the back.” It is motivational. It shows acknowledgement. It is praise. And it confounds me when … Continue reading Back Stabber or Back Patter?
It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
Many managers struggle with the idea of singling out and praising a high performing team member. They may be concerned with being accused of showing favorites, or just feeling awkward … Continue reading It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
General Praise Doesn’t Work…
Most of us have drunk the kool-aid that says praise is motivational. I agree. To a point. I believe that SPECIFIC praise is motivational. There’s a difference. We’ve all … Continue reading General Praise Doesn’t Work…
How Expensive is a Pat on the Back?
Do you remember the last time someone gave you a pat on the back? Sure you do! Memorable. One of the reasons we’ve remembered these is because they don’t happen … Continue reading How Expensive is a Pat on the Back?
