Not sure why this phrase bothers me so much, but I hear it used all the time when parents praise their kids. "Good job, buddy! You did it all by yourself". It also sounds condescending because of the tone of voice. Speak to an adult that way and it's a totally different context. Typically, you get paid for a good job, but if you are not handing out paper with your praise, here are a few alternatives that I consciously express to my young ones.

• Good work
• Great effort
• Fantastic accomplishment
• Superb achievement
• Impressive performance
• Majestic results
• Glorious showing
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Just a few to get you started. Feel free to correct other parents.