How to Give Outstanding Memorable Compliments

This week, try this:Give one person an authentic compliment.Most of us think kind things about others… and then keep them locked in our heads because we’re afraid it’ll feel awkward.Fight that fear.A genuine compliment almost always lands better than you expect — and it has a funny way of lifting both people.Try it and tell me how it goes👇This was a snippet from a monthly live session I hold with my People School students. I would love for you to join me this month! Learn more here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/people-school/In this video: 0:08 Warmth and competence as the foundation for behavior (also called the stereotype content model)0:18 Compliment chart summary0:31 Giving compliments increases the warmth and competence of both the expressors and recipients0:56 Why people give fewer compliments than they should1:13 Authentic compliments are the easiest way to get meaning1:24 Challenge to give small, authentic compliments1:37 Tips for giving good compliments ******Hi, I’m Vanessa!You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards, and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/), Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/), and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/).My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted, or forgotten again.Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/be-the-most-likable-person-in-the-room/******PS - Join the conversation on social!☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices