Acknowledgement, Appreciation & Affirmation

Acknowledgement lets someone know you notice their presence and contribution. Appreciation says, “Thank You” for their efforts. Affirmation takes acknowledgement and appreciation further by reinforcing the desired behaviours of the other person. So, how do you practice Affirmation? Many people confuse Affirmation with Praise, or even Flattery. What’s the difference? Very simply, Flattery is largely