Why is flattery effective




















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I learned more helpful tips than in any other writing course in the past 40 years. Not only did this put the recipient in a good mood, she admitted that she was still smiling when she got back home.

Flattery is so rare that even a small speck of it is equivalent to a ton of gold. It makes the recipient feel integral to the success of their team, and shows them how grateful their co-workers are to have them. I've never worked with someone who has such a big heart. Did you hire a fashion designer to dress you? He had worked hard to improve upon it, and he was thrilled that someone recognized his improvement.

The recipient also plead loyalty to the recipient, which is very comforting to hear. The recipient is very shy, and she had to work hard to appear enthusiastic. She was thrilled that someone recognized her effort to be a better person, and she was proud that she overcame a personal obstacle. The flattery worked because the giver provided the recipient affirmation and told her she was desirable, appealing to her sense of self-worth.

Thank you for reading, from Team viaMaven. May 18 Written By Ardeley Sihite. If you say you are amazed, be amazed and sound like you are amazed. Do not exaggerate as this looks false. You can also flatter people indirectly by praising them to other people such as their boss or colleagues.

When you do this, try to ensure they find out about it. Pay attention to the effects of flattery as it does not work with some people. Watch for smiles and boosted pride to show that your flattery has worked. Flattery works because it acts to boost the person's sense of identity , suggesting they feel good about themselves in reflection of the admiration of the flatterer. Flattery can be honest. It often, however, is an exaggeration, and can be patently untrue. The more obvious lies often work because they make the other person feel good so they choose to join in the lie rather than challenging it with the unflattering truth.

Indirect flattery can be particularly powerful as praising them to others gains a wider audience of appreciation for them. Create your free account or Sign in to continue. See Subscription Options. Discover World-Changing Science. Get smart. Sign up for our email newsletter. Sign Up. Support science journalism. Knowledge awaits. See Subscription Options Already a subscriber? Create Account See Subscription Options.



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