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Make Every Day Compliment Day
March 1st is National Compliment Day, and although it may seem natural to compliment someone for something they did well, we can still do much better. We shouldn’t limit ourselves to compliments about someone’s work performance, appreciation for their effort, team spirit, a nice outfit… it’s all possible! Moreover, we often think our compliments but forget to actually say them out loud. That’s why National Compliment Day can be a great reminder to give each other compliments, original gifts, thank-yous, nice gestures, or a heartfelt high five more often. And of course, it doesn’t have to be limited to just that one day a year! 🤩
Why are compliments so important that we dedicate a whole day to them? People are still social beings, and we all seek appreciation and connection. And that’s exactly what a sincere compliment can provide. A small gesture, an encouraging word, or an unexpected compliment can make a huge difference in someone’s day. It doesn’t matter if your compliment is about how cheerful someone is, the nice accessory they chose that day, something they did really well, or how they made your day with their kind gesture… Go for it and give those compliments! Feeling a bit shy to start? Here are 3 tips to help you get going.
1. Be sincere and specific
A compliment must be genuine to have an effect. So be as sincere as possible. Specifically mention what you think your colleague did well or what you like, ask questions to show genuine interest. A nice example? ‘I find the monthly follow-up sheet you made so handy and clear, can you show me how you do it?’, ‘Thanks for your help earlier, I wouldn’t have finished on time without it’, ‘It’s great that you really listened to me without judging’, …
Don’t hold back!
2. Write down your compliment
Let those positive vibes flow freely in your team or company and ask everyone to write a personal compliment for a colleague. Make it a habit and do it regularly. It can be a great boost for the feedback culture in your company and only benefits smooth collaboration.
3. Be original
Want to surprise someone with a nice compliment wrapped in a thoughtful gift? Then step away from the beaten path and come up with an original present! And what better way than with a healthy surprise for a successful break? How about a snack box full of healthy treats that also gives the recipient a healthy, balanced break moment?
By the way, our healthy snack boxes are the perfect hiding place for those compliment cards! This way, you highlight the compliment even more with healthy treats and let the recipient feel that you appreciate them and care about their health.
A box of healthy treats to share is also an ideal way to make giving compliments a habit. Put blank compliment cards in your snack display and encourage everyone to use them. This makes taking breaks more fun than ever and good for both body and mind!