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The web content provides guidance on how to respond to compliments with charm and wit, suggesting playful alternatives to the standard "Thank you."

Abstract

The article "Say THIS to Respond to Compliments in a Charming, Witty Way" addresses individuals who often receive compliments and are looking for more engaging responses than simply saying "Thank you." It references an interaction between actors Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding as an example of a witty exchange, where Clarke responds to a compliment in a humorous manner. The article also shares a personal anecdote from the author, who complimented their boss in a playful way, eliciting a scripted response. While emphasizing that there is nothing wrong with a straightforward expression of gratitude, the article encourages readers to add fun to their interactions by using light-hearted and joking remarks, such as "I paid them," or "Good, they followed the script," when responding to praise.

Opinions

  • The author implies that varying responses to compliments can be more interesting and enjoyable.
  • There is an underlying assumption that people who receive compliments frequently may find a simple "Thank you" repetitive or boring.
  • The article suggests that a witty response to a compliment can reflect confidence and a good sense of humor.
  • By providing real-life examples, the author conveys that humorous responses can be well-received and contribute to a positive atmosphere.
  • The author seems to advocate for authenticity and creativity in social interactions, even in professional settings, as demonstrated by the boss's response to the compliment.

Say THIS to Respond to Compliments in a Charming, Witty Way

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If you’re one of those lucky people who get compliments frequently and you’re bored of saying “Thank you”, this is for you. Let’s change things up.

In the example below, Emilia Clarke showed us a witty response to a compliment she received from Henry Golding:

Let me show you another real life example on how to respond to similar compliments.

When I joined a new company, I told my boss, “I knew you would be a great boss. But maybe 8/10. But After talking to our colleagues, you sound like a 10/10. Wow!” And he said,

“Good. They followed the script.”

Of course, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with saying Thank you! But if next time people tell you they’ve heard great things about you and you wanna add some fun, you can jokingly say

“I paid them,” or

“Good, they followed the script.”

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