One of the most common shortcomings of managers in the eyes of their subordinates is that they don’t pay enough compliments for a job well done. I know that first-hand because like most people I remember how good it feels to be complimented by your boss for your work, yet all too often I forget to compliment my co-workers for their great work.
Those graphs surprised me - even though we all like to receive compliments, we are not great at complimenting others.
In our company, we have a system of publicly recognizing others (expressing thanks/recognizing achievements, sometimes accompanied by a small cash voucher). I feel that not enough people make use of this system. I am not sure what the roadblocks are, but it is worth encouraging people to say thanks and compliment their team members more often.
I plan to share your post with our HR team and other managers.
A fantastic post to start the New Year. Compliments aren't just for the workplace. Where I am "guilty as charged" is not doing more of this with my loved ones. Appreciation of others, especially those closest to us, can have an amazing impact on all our lives.
Great post*
Those graphs surprised me - even though we all like to receive compliments, we are not great at complimenting others.
In our company, we have a system of publicly recognizing others (expressing thanks/recognizing achievements, sometimes accompanied by a small cash voucher). I feel that not enough people make use of this system. I am not sure what the roadblocks are, but it is worth encouraging people to say thanks and compliment their team members more often.
I plan to share your post with our HR team and other managers.
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A fantastic post to start the New Year. Compliments aren't just for the workplace. Where I am "guilty as charged" is not doing more of this with my loved ones. Appreciation of others, especially those closest to us, can have an amazing impact on all our lives.