Do this the next time you say something nice about someone

💌 Tip: Give a compliment that’s “sticky.”

“You’re amazing!” “Great job!” “You rock!” These words are nice, albeit unmemorable. To share a compliment that stays in person’s psyche, that gives them life, that pushes them forward and ensures they think fondly of you, make sure it’s sticky.

On Medium, Barry Davret writes about what that means: “Compare these two compliments, and you’ll see what makes the second so effective. Compliment one: You’re a great writer. Compliment two: You’ve really mastered the art of triggering vivid images with your descriptive sentences. The one about northern cardinal birds mating is still etched in my mind.” The latter is more genuine and plays up a skill the person takes pride in. When you choose your words with great care, it’s not just the compliment that will stick in the recipient’s mind. You will, too.

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