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Praise Specificity Drill
Replace vague "good job" with specific praise describing: what he did, impact, why it matters.
Goal
Make praise reinforce wanted behavior, not just pass.
Steps
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Recall someone's achievement this week.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Person remembers praise.
Evidence base
School: Positive Reinforcement
Founders: B.F. Skinner (1953)
Skinner — operant conditioning.
Keywords
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Praise Specificity Drill" take?
This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced solo in a Journaling format.
When will I notice the effect of "Praise Specificity Drill"?
Person remembers praise. In the short term: Wanted behavior repeats.
Is "Praise Specificity Drill" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Positive Reinforcement (B.F. Skinner (1953)). Skinner — operant conditioning.
Is "Praise Specificity Drill" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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