A few weeks ago, I wrote about how to give and take criticism well. As important as that is for getting along with others, one skill does supersede it: the ability to give compliments. The quality of ...

People say that one little compliment can go a long way. Often, we forget that a genuine and kind remark towards another human being can greatly impact their day. In fact, it can even completely ...

However, giving an off-topic compliment can get them off their game by leading them to develop self-doubts. In a study of compliments collected from college students, Rees-Miller (2011) found that men ...

You might not remember the best compliment you ever received, but you may remember the worst. Instead of feeling flattered and happy, you felt annoyed and a little resentful. Or you might have ...