Try it this weekend with your children (if you have any doubts) and improve the results and mood in your teams.
This story from the book “The Great CEO Within” by Matt Mochary reminds us how much positive appreciation can change a situation.
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The story
“It turns out that we perform our best when we are having fun and feeling good about ourselves.
If you want proof of this, go to any kids’ sports event where you know the names of the kids. Start cheering positively for the team that is losing, with specific compliments to specific kids: “Great pass, Jimmy.” “Way to be in position, George.” When a kid takes a shot but misses: “Good idea, Joey, it was the right thing to do.” Within five to ten minutes, the tide of the game will start to change toward the team that you are giving specific compliments to. (I have done this many times. And it has worked every time!) “
In our fast-paced world, we sometimes tend to forget this.
And yet, feeling appreciated helps you perform better.
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4 simple ways to appreciate your teams more often
- “Catch people doing something almost right “—Ken Blanchard.
It doesn’t even have to be perfect. - Be specific. “Thanks for that message you sent to the teams. It helps our goal of collaboration. Well done.”
- Do it when you see it.
- Make it a priority. Block out X min in your calendar each week to remind yourself of missed opportunities. Send an email with your specific THANK YOU.
Appreciation improves mood and results.
Let’s do it.
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