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The recognition trap: Understanding the dark side of workplace praise

Relationships are vital to our well-being and a life well-lived. Multiple longitudinal studies have shown the central role human connection plays in our health, happiness, and resilience. That’s not just true of our partners, friends, and families either. Research conducted by Aaron Hurst, founder of Imperative, suggests that relationships are also a key driver of fulfillment at work.

One way we can build and reinforce relationships is through recognition. Just imagine how uplifting it feels to have a partner appreciate your sense of humor or a supervisor offer praise for a job well done, and, of course, thankfulness can be as pleasant to give as to receive. In fact, simply witnessing people express gratitude makes those people more appealing to be around.

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