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Spot on! That compliment really hit home.

Positive communication quickly creates a good vibe. The beauty of it is that every conversation offers you the opportunity to make a difference. To make a positive impact and bring out the best in yourself and others. You can easily try this by giving a compliment a little more often. Of course, giving a compliment is always good. But if you want to be sure that your compliment is received and truly resonates with the other person, it is good to tailor it to the character strengths of their personality.

How did that work again?

Each personality type within us has 3 character strengths. A compliment that aligns with this is received even better. To help you get started, we have listed the character strengths and a number of example compliments for each personality type.

Harmonizer

My character strengths: I am compassionate, sensitive, and warm.

This is how you compliment me on impact:

  • It is great that you are so dedicated to the group.
  • Working with you is always a pleasure.
  • I always feel very comfortable with you.
  • Thank you for being there for me during this tough period.

Structured Thinker

My character strengths: I am logical, responsible, and organized.

This is how you compliment me on impact:

  • You bring order to the chaos. Now I know what the next step is, thank you!
  • Thank you for your clear explanation of this complicated problem.
  • If you say it happens, then I also know that it is so.
  • I learn from how you manage to set up a project quickly and efficiently.

Perseverer

My character strengths: I am dedicated, observant, and conscientious.

This is how you compliment me on impact:

  • I admire your perseverance.
  • My secret is safe with you.
  • How sharp of you to see that something wasn't right. You saved us from making a mistake.
  • It is great that you hold on to your own convictions even in the face of resistance.

Promoter

My character strengths: I am adaptable, persuasive, and charming.

This is how you compliment me on impact:

  • Great that you communicate this so clearly.
  • Thanks, you've really motivated me again.
  • It’s great that you switch gears so fast.
  • Your enthusiasm is contagious.

Dreamer

My character strengths: I am reflective, imaginative, calm.

This is how you compliment me on impact:

  • You really have a unique perspective on things, and because of that, I see more too.
  • In the heat, you always know how to stay calm.
  • You paint a very clear picture of the future, inspiring.
  • Your powers of observation are razor-sharp.

Rebel

My character strengths: I am creative, spontaneous, and playful.

This is how you compliment me on impact:

  • What wonderful energy you bring with you.
  • It’s never boring with you!
  • How you manage to find a creative solution for obstacles every single time, wow!
  • I think your ability to put things into perspective is amazing!

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