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“We created the 'Like' feature in FriendFeed because I realized that people wanted an easy way to let others know that they saw what their friends posted and appreciated it. Putting in those simple little gestures is very powerful.” quote by Paul Buchheit
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“We created the 'Like' feature in FriendFeed because I realized that people wanted an easy way to let others know that they saw what their friends posted and appreciated it. Putting in those simple little gestures is very powerful.”

Paul Buchheit

About This Quote

The 'Like' button was created to give people a simple way to acknowledge and appreciate friends’ posts, showing that small gestures have strong impact.

In simple terms: Simple acknowledgments can be powerful.

Key Takeaway

Use small gestures to show appreciation.

Themes

social media human behavior design psychology

Mood

thoughtful practical

Type

technological social

When to use this quote

  • marketing
  • online communities
  • personal branding

Key Concepts

social validation user experience digital interaction

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do small gestures influence online relationships?
  • What alternatives exist for genuine appreciation?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on likes may affect self-esteem.

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