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A compliment on a handshake should be seen as exactly that... a compliment. It shows assertiveness and confidence. Both men and women can have a weak handshake that is seen as a lack of confidence by some, so I'm sure he was just trying to compliment you.
Or it could simply show a variety of physical/medical issues that might impact one's grip and handshake.
It's like claiming height or a full head of hair is an indication of good character.
Men comment on that to one another all the time. He probably let his guard slip, by commenting on yours. I personally wouldn’t read too much into it, if anything thats something to be hold your head high about. Unless you feel your handshake isn’t strong in the first place.
I agree with A1. I get complimented and surprised looks by people all the time for my handshake. But I was taught, firm shake leaves a lasting impression-especially in a world full of white men. No one wants to shake a fish. Do yourself a favor and take things for face value and don’t over analyze them. It will lighten your mental load significantly and propel you within your career-beyond the handshake.
Congrats on leaving a good impression.
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I personally think it's kind of shallow and ableist to judge people on that unless the job literally requires grip strength to perform the required duties.
Making an observation is not the same as assigning merit. Not everything is offensive.
I compliment everyone on a good handshake, especially when paired with eye contact.
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I wouldn't overthink it. I have been complimented on my firm handshake as well, which I guess surprised the person making the comment (he was a much bigger guy than I am). I was taught same as you - firm handshake shows presence and strength.
Yes, men comment on strong handshakes all the time. I wouldn’t want to discriminate you as a woman and not compliment, unless that’s what you want?
Nobody on this board could see the actual interaction. If he had said “oh wow, a strong handshake…for a girl” or something like that it would be problematic
Sometimes the best response is simply to acknowledge the comment politely and move on. Take it in stride. I do hear compliments on handshakes between men all the time.