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Comment on When compliments go wrong by Karen

Karen — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:03:29 +0000

That’s great feedback! I’ve been thinking about that very thing. I will definitely do so on future posts.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Wade Kwon

Wade Kwon — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:48:32 +0000

Karen, it looks like it’s off to a great start. Keep blogging, and think of visuals to include with every single post: photos, illustrations, charts, icons, videos, slides, etc.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Karen

Karen — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:41:23 +0000

Wade you truly are a “Man-o’-Fire”! I am always enlightened by the depth of content you share. You don’t know it but since our meeting a few years back you have truly motivated me to find new and more meaningful ways to market and promote all of my many projects. I love your insightfulness and the way you use stories and analogies to paint a picture. Kudos to you! Maybe you can give me some pointers for my new blog as well. : )

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Wade Kwon

Wade Kwon — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:58:11 +0000

You’re welcome, Stephen. This reminds me of when things go wrong, I always look to see who’s leading the trainwreck.

I’ve had to motivate myself through many bad jobs and offices and situations. When faced with a boss who can’t dole out any praise, I find myself motivated to run away as fast as I can. I’ve been fortunate to be able to do so, when not everyone has that luxury.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Wade Kwon

Wade Kwon — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:54:59 +0000

That is remarkably insightful, my friend, and reminds me of all the bad apologies I’ve ever had to endure. I will have to keep it in mind the next time I have to apologize to someone.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Wade Kwon

Wade Kwon — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:51:41 +0000

I appreciate it, Amy. It takes real effort to get to know someone, their strengths and weaknesses, their goals and their personal problems. “X to get Y” reminds me of scientists getting rats to run the maze faster.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Stephen Owens

Stephen Owens — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:19:49 +0000

Thanks for addressing Wade. This is a soapbox of mine and it blows my mind how many managers think that it should be enough just to get a paycheck. My favorite line is “I don’t need plaques on the wall. I motivate myself. These people need to grow up!”

What a golden missed opportunity to personally, genuinely express appreciation. The problem isn’t that bosses don’t show appreciation, it’s that they don’t HAVE appreciation.

Who really needs to “grow up?”

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Clark

Clark — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:53:09 +0000

Thanks Wade – right on the point. This also has me thinking that the components of a good compliment are the same as those for a good apology – specificity and sincerity. For both, the point of connection to the recipient should be key.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Amy

Amy — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:41:33 +0000

Wade, I had to share this on FB, this is an excellent article. I think too many do fall into the generic pat on the back without understanding that it is meaningless without tying it to effort or accomplishment. The best motivator I ever knew would pay specific compliments and give bonuses, meals, etc without saying, “X is your goal and if you reach it you will get Y.” The rewards and compliments were always more generous and more appreciated than if it were transactional. I have tried to learn from that wisdom, and I had to tell you you are the first person since Jack Cabral that I have heard this advice from.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by Wade Kwon

Wade Kwon — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:09:27 +0000

You’re welcome. What a nice comment, and an insightful one, too. I hope more leaders will take this advice to heart. I hope more of us take it to heart.

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howeveralthough — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:52:06 +0000

Rachel’s comment made me laugh. Good points, Wade. I like.

Comment on When compliments go wrong by spacecadet0512

spacecadet0512 — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:47:05 +0000

I was tempted to just click ‘Like’, then decided it wouldn’t be very appropriate. Thank you for writing this article, as it is very relevant to so many of us out there right now. So many companies whittled down to bare bones during the recession, discovered that the work was still being done, and decided to continue on in crisis mode, no matter the human toll. Oddly enough, simply recognizing and acknowledging the increased workloads goes a long way towards contentment in employment, in my opinion. Your article shows true understanding of the frustrations of many of us grinding away out here.

Comment on My trip to PodCamp Nashville 2012 by Wade Kwon

Wade Kwon — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 05:21:55 +0000

Sorry, but I can’t find a reason for the name. I think it’s just a play on BarCamp, a similar unconference.

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Rachel @ Grasping for Objectivity — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 02:12:46 +0000

Looks fun! So if it’s not about PodCasting, why IS it called PodCamp?

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Comment on How I decide whether to connect with you on social media by Wade Kwon

Wade Kwon — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:49:56 +0000

I chant “fight! fight! fight!” in my head.