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How to tell someone they’re wrong and make them feel good about it

There are plenty of reasons not to tell someone they’re wrong. It’s uncomfortable, for one thing. You also might come off as rigid, unsympathetic, arrogant, or worst of all, politically incorrect.

Everyone makes honest mistakes. What most people don’t realise is that embedded in criticism – constructively conveyed – is the wish to help someone get better at what they’re doing.

Any fool can deliver a meaningless "good job". Being a constructive critic takes thought, effort and compassion. Here are eight tips for getting your good intentions across.

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