daveinspain Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I was just thinking how we, people, should encourage or complement each other every now and then… Try this experiment. Throw a complement at someone for something random and watch their face light up of break into a smile. If you play in a band most likely you and everyone else is working hard to improve and get things right. A little encouragement can go a long way, so if someone does a great solo, vocal performance, solid rhythm, bass or drums let them know. Just saying'… if you give it a try please post your results... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cougar Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I was just thinking how we, people, should encourage or complement each other every now and then… Those are compliments. But yes. Recently I posted a link to a piece I recorded, and I got some very nice responses from some real guitar players. This didn't just stroke my ego, but actually gave me more confidence in my playing. Confidence is a big thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted August 10, 2016 Author Share Posted August 10, 2016 Thats it… Confidence, if you have it thats a major part of you ability… So if something is worthy of a complement it should be made known… No blowing smoke though, that doesn't help anything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly campbell Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I agree..it goes a long way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capmaster Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 To my feel giving kudos to bandmates is the most important part for creating original songs with my band. While noodling around with a new song, my pals and me contribute some offhanded licks and grooves that seem worth keeping to another one of us. Calls like "That's great, do it again!" often give way to solidify an idea through repetition that otherwise probably would have been lost forever. This uses to happen between any two - or more - members of our quartet. I think that honestly complimenting each other is the most important thing not only for creating our songs, but also for keeping our band running with the same lineup since nearly twenty years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Farnsbarns Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I tried this last night. I complimented two things. I got a slap from the complimentee and my wife is far from happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capmaster Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I tried this last night. I complimented two things. I got a slap from the complimentee and my wife is far from happy. Were the two things a melody and a rhythm? Just curious... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karloff Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 yep, I do. every gig. say good things to the other guys. and it's sincere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfpup Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 My compliments to you all on this fine thread. It complements your personalities well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted August 11, 2016 Author Share Posted August 11, 2016 I complement your complementing this thread... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny 6 String Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I was just thinking how we, people, should encourage or complement each other every now and then… Try this experiment. Throw a complement at someone for something random and watch their face light up of break into a smile. If you play in a band most likely you and everyone else is working hard to improve and get things right. A little encouragement can go a long way, so if someone does a great solo, vocal performance, solid rhythm, bass or drums let them know. Just saying'… if you give it a try please post your results... This works for all aspects of life not just music/bands at least in my experience. Johnny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capmaster Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 This works for all aspects of life not just music/bands at least in my experience. Johnny =D> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I guess I was just brought up to see the good in people and compliment folks for a job well done. I don't see or hear people on here play but know that many of you play in bands on stage. People don't do that unless they are good. I'd be embarrassed for you guys to hear me play. I'm still not consistent and make mistakes. My wife both compliments me when I get it right and criticizes me on my timing. I think nothing but highly of the folks here. Your all great in my book! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 As I look back on my life, I've always found that one sincere compliment will do immeasurably more to inspire hard work, productivity, and achievement than any amount of 'constructive' criticism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly campbell Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 As I look back on my life, I've always found that one sincere compliment will do immeasurably more to inspire hard work, productivity, and achievement than any amount of 'constructive' criticism. I agree I spent my career in low level and mid level managerial positions and I found that you were able to accomplish much more with a bit of praise where it was warranted. The other side of that was when you needed to tell someone that they were slacking or falling short quality wise it was easier and meant more because the fact that you praised as well, when you only criticize it starts to fall on deaf ears. Like the old saying "if you want to grow a rose you have to shovel some shite.." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 ...but know that many of you play in bands on stage. People don't do that unless they are good. I'd be embarrassed for you guys to hear me play. I'm still not consistent and make mistakes. Me too, and I've been playing out for 45 years. But no one has sued me for misrepresentation (yet !) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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