Praise and compliments can backfire or be disbelieved for several reasons, especially when perceived as fake or insincere. Here are the top 4 reasons why praise could backfire on you.
That ‘Compliment’ Might Actually Be Offensive
Praise must be genuine, specific, and aligned with reality to be effective and credible. Overpraising or manipulating through praise can make people uneasy or skeptical, undermining its intended effects. Join me for this week’s podcast on Why Your Compliments And Praise Backfire And Seem Manipulative. We will discuss the trend of people rejecting praise, why they don’t accept your compliment, and how to use praise that people accept.
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