Appreciation Quote by Gillian Flynn
““People do what they’re supposed to do and then wait for you to pile on the appreciation—they’re like frozen-yogurt employees who put out cups for tips.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Sharp Objects, 2006
People do their duties, then expect extra praise, similar to employees serving tips without extra effort.
In simple terms: People work and then wait for extra thanks.
Recognize and reward genuine effort.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- customer service
- team projects
- performance reviews
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you give praise appropriately?
- How does expectation of tips affect service quality?
Overemphasis on praise can undermine intrinsic motivation.