Most words have a rather abstract connection to the things they describe. The word "yellow" is not actually yellow. The word "square" is not a square. Nor do we expect them to be. That's the way of ...

Consider the word “charismatic.” If someone called me charismatic, I will be incredibly flattered (and hugely surprised). But if I call myself charismatic, you will think I’m a jerk–and rightly so.

Effective communication is an essential skill for managers and employers. Using positive language to describe your team members is a powerful tool to show your support and admiration for their hard ...

Picture this: You meet someone new. “What do you do?” he asks. “I’m an architect,” you say. “Oh, really?” he answers. “Have you designed any buildings I’ve seen?” “Maybe,” you reply. “We did the new ...