People want to feel valued at work. They want to know they're doing a good job. It's very important that these employee needs are validated, because it boosts morale and creates a positive work environment. Delivering a compliment is a great way to let someone know that their work is appreciated and even admired. It's important to note that there is a right and a wrong way to give a compliment. In this How to Give a Compliment program, we talk about how to correctly and appropriately praise and offer flattery. We'll also cover some things that you may want to avoid.

Knowing how to receive a compliment is almost as important as knowing how to give one. Some of the most generous, capable, and well-liked people struggle to accept compliments. Do you fit into that category? If so, this course will help you with receiving praise and recognition with gratitude, grace, and the right amount of confidence. We'll discuss sharing the credit of a compliment with others and what to do if you're receiving a toast. We'll go over some common missteps that many take when accepting accolades. Lastly, we'll discuss what to do when you receive a backhanded compliment.