This wonderful and thought-provoking question arrived from Nicole, a webinar attendee: “How does a single sincerely acknowledge a boss or larger up for their accomplishments with no looking like they’re trying to ’suck up’? There are many times I have to refrain from telling my increased ups that he or she did a good job on something because I don’t want to seem like I’m trying to get into their favor,
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Here’s my response,
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Windows 7 Ultimate, “I had no idea how that memo I sent out to everyone was perceived. Thank you so much for letting me know it hit the mark.” They often DON’T know how we are seeing their actions, their bold visions and challenging steps they take to realize them. So have courage, and praise or acknowledge them when it feels like you want to and should. They will deeply appreciate it and your company will be the better for it. Thanks for presenting us with this important issue, Nicole,
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