Also, all praise given to employees should be genuine. Praising employees half-heartedly or insincerely can do more damage than no praise at all. The truth is, many managers find it difficult to give compliments, recognition, and praise. Managers are typically ambitious high achievers and some people like that are extremely tough on themselves. That inner voice is then projected onto employees in managerial situations.
Praise is like putting water on a plant.
Criticism is like putting acid on a plant.