As a manager, you want to praise a team member, Phil, for doing a good job on a particular project. However, you know he tends to be an introvert. Which communication method would Phil be most comfortable with?
A) Call Phil in for a private meeting to appreciate his work.
B) Call a team meeting to praise Phil for his work on the project.
C) Announce Phil's accomplishment on the company Web site.
D) Have top management and the other teams in the company award Phil.

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People have different personality traits that often affect their communication preferences. For example, if you want to praise a project team member for doing a good job, most introverts would be more comfortable receiving that praise in private, while most extroverts would like everyone to hear about their good work.

As a Manager, You Want to Praise a Team Member