Compliment Person Quote by Jonathan Berent
““ On Paying Compliments Compliments, appropriately timed, allow you to develop a greater sense of rapport with your interactive partner. Most people want to feel special and appreciated. Effective compliments focus on the following areas: the person’s behavior, appearance, possessions, or performance. Be sure you are sincere in expressing your approval. Smile. Be specific, saying exactly what you like; make it unique to that person. Use the person’s name, and follow up with a question. “You’re a great dancer, Bill. How did you learn to dance so well?” When receiving compliments, don’t try to downplay what is being expressed. This makes the person paying the compliment feel unappreciated. Instead, look the person in the eye and respond positively: Smile, and say thank you. You can even say how you feel about the compliment (“That’s sweet of you to say,” or “I’m glad to know my dance classes paid off”). There is no need, however, to return the same compliment to the person who just gave you one.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Effective Compliment Strategies, 2021
Compliments, when sincere and specific, build rapport; they should be tailored, delivered with a smile, and followed by engaging questions.
In simple terms: Sincere, specific compliments strengthen relationships.
Key Takeaway
Give genuine, detailed compliments and engage further.
Themes
communication
relationships
empathy
confidence
Mood
warm
encouraging
Type
social
interpersonal
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- networking events
- customer service interactions
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
social dynamics
psychology of praise
interpersonal skills
Questions to Reflect On
- When did a compliment genuinely impact you?
- How can you ensure compliments feel authentic?
A Different Perspective
Overusing compliments can seem manipulative; authenticity is crucial.
