I Appreciate That

Make it specific and personal to be meaningful

How many times have you been told that you were appreciated? Did you know specifically why and for what?

Appreciation and compliments should be offered along with the details. The details prove that the one who is appreciative or complimenting sees and understands the real value of the person being appreciated. It is evidence that the accolade is sincere, tied to something specific, and the appreciation shows, not just acknowledgement but an awareness of the value and an honest respect.

It is easy to tell someone you appreciate them or offer a passing compliment out of habit or by conditioned, semi-conscious response.

Thanks, I appreciate it - can be acknowledgement of receipt and polite and not deep appreciation of the value received or the work put into the deliverable. Sincere appreciation can be hollow.

Appreciation and compliments should be tied to gratitude.

Be thoughtful and deliberate when you are appreciative and giving compliments. Take the time to tell others why you are appreciative and the basis of your compliments.

By framing the subject and adding this context, the one you appreciate and compliment will know that you see them, that you've noticed their effort and that you truly honor and respect their valuable contributions.

Respect is powerful. When you feel truly understood, seen and appreciated you get a massive boost in happiness, meaningfulness and fulfillment. Both the giver and receiver benefit.

• Appreciation should be HONEST and SINCERE

• Appreciation should come from GRATITUDE

• Appreciation should be focused on the VALUE delivered

• Appreciation should be a component of SEEING the person

• Appreciation is a form of RESPECT

The next time you are aware of your appreciation toward someone…

Take the extra time and look for the details.

Be sincere in your appreciation.

Be Grateful.