A short advice video by Paula Caligiuri, PhD, about the interpersonal power of expressing appreciation. The speaker emphasizes that saying thank you strengthens connection, but must be specific (give concrete examples) and sincere. The clip supplies sample phrasings (e.g., 'Thank you for unclogging my drain' and 'Thank you for your contribution to the project') and ends with a call to follow for more.
Whether in your personal life or at work, one of the most beautiful ways to increase connection with another person is to never miss an opportunity to say thank you. Showing appreciation is as powerful as it is simple, but you need to be specific. Instead of just saying thank you, say thank you for whatever it is you're grateful for. Thank you for unclogging my drain. That job is gross and I've been avoiding it. Or thank you for your contribution to the project. You had insights that no one else on the team had. As always, it's not just about the words you need to really mean them. Keep your gratitude real. Follow me to learn more.
