When it comes to the English language, I'm confident no one meant to confuse us. There wasn't a panel of mean English teachers who sat around a table, finding ways to ...

Compliments (usually) feel good. They can reflect appreciation and value, help build and boost self-esteem, encourage positive behavior, and help create a positive environment. However, even if a ...

Establishing a positive organizational culture, one in which employees and managers support one another, should be a top priority for organizations. Expressing praise and gratitude is particularly ...

Used correctly, a compliment can boost a person’s self-esteem and turn their entire day around. Wielded incorrectly, however, a compliment can fill a person with doubt and mistrust. What you say, how ...

Humility is tricky. On the one hand, you don’t want to look like a jerk by taking all the credit when the boss says “Nice work on the executive Powerpoint presentation.” On the other hand, the “aw, ...