Power of Specific Praise
Specific compliments show genuine observation. They create stronger emotions than generic praise by proving you noticed.
Specific praise activates rewards 3x more
Effort compliments build growth mindset
Giving compliments increases your happiness
Specific observations make people feel seen
How to Give Great Compliments
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Notice specific thing: skill, effort, choice
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Say exactly what you noticed
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Explain the impact it had
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Keep it sincere - genuinely appreciate it
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Deliver warmly with eye contact
What This Does
More observant of positives
Reputation as encouraging
Creates positive momentum
Improves your own mood