Start noticing the positive intent of everyone around you.
The ideal praise-to-criticism ratio is 5:1.
Notice and comment on 5 good things people do for every 1 thing you’d like them to do better.
That’s how you get the best out of people.
When you do praise them, get specific about their effort and intentions. What have they given up to do the things they did? Don’t just focus on the result – that’s far less motivating.
And don’t forget to dish out constructive criticism when appropriate. It’s how people learn and grow. Just get your 5 positive interactions in first.
