The power of Compliment, do you use it?

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Hi Friends, It’s easy to get so caught up in your busy life that you neglect to compliment others on their efforts and accomplishments. The intriguing thing is what a powerful impact a compliment can have on both the giver and the recipient. I used to observe a very senior guy (may be 50 years old) working on brhalf of reception lady or doing some Admin work here and there. He does not talk much just does his job as suggested. I did not know that he is working with this company since the company came in existance. I felt very good for him and from that day I respect him for his honesty and dedication to the same company work. Today I went to him and he was very polite. I spoke to him for more than 30 minutes about his experience working with this company and what changes he has seen down the years. He was very happy to share his experience and every time he shared something I said thanks and appreciated in few words. he said "You maid my Day", no one discussed so long about my work and life except my family. Now whenever I meet him, he looks much more confident and smiles very often. He will ask about my work and life after office. I asked him if higher management appreciates his contribution to the company, he said that it's his dedication and faith to be with the company irrespective of any good words or appreciation. I got that not much appreciation has come to his way. He may not have needed a compliment to know he was doing a good job, but he certainly didn’t seem to mind hearing one. And though I had intended simply to make him feel good, what surprised me was how good his reaction made me feel. Yet it was so easy. Just a simple expression of appreciation. Do you appreciate people around you? Do you get appreciation for things you accomplish?