Is it OK to get a compliment from a co-worker?

Question

Nothing sexually explicit, just a nice compliment. Slightly flirty in tone. Where would you place the limit?

Friendlybro79 · Accepted Answer

This is all dependent on the individual. You can decide where you're own boundaries are. Some people might say oh I like your dress and literally just mean hey nice dress and not mean for it to be flirty. How it's received can be dependent on that person too. Vice versa. Someone could be flirting by giving a compliment and the receiver doesn't take it that way.

My point is it's up to you to set boundaries with co workers if you feel their compliment makes you comfortable or not

shortster · Accepted Answer

If it is flirty then it has passed the acceptable limits for a coworker.

WhitneySnow · Accepted Answer

Totally ok but don’t let them turn a polite compliment into hitting on you unless you want that

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Don’t do it. It will be awkward because he’ll take it the wrong way

Finchie40 · Answer

It’s ok to receive a compliment but If you don’t want anything more to come of it, you are best just to ignore it or just say thanks and leave it at that. if you say more than just thanks , then they might assume you are flirting back with them and then it might turn into more and more of them flirting with you even more. So it’s up to you if you want that to happen or not.

Rei13 · Answer

I think that’s okay since it might have been genuine/no ulterior motive but if those types of compliments continue I would tell him to stop if you’re not interested in him. It could be a “I appreciate you complimenting me but can you not give that kind going forward” or something a long those lines, if you’re into it then all the power to you.

RavVid · Answer

Nowadays, I think compliments should be limited to professional qualities. You are always positive is OK because positivity is professional.

That dress showcases your tits might the true but isn't related to professionalism ( unless the oldest profession).

Great dress is ok. Good personal appearance is professional.

I like the dress isn't OK. It implies sexual interest whereas professionalism is about facilitating work not lust..

You look great in that dress is border line. It suggest professional good grooming but it also implies a sexual focus instead of a work focus. It is 10:90 sexual.

Angelbabylips · Answer

It depends on how it was made. Some are ok, and I think we have gone too far with the lawsuits and complaints at times.

genericname85 · Answer

I personally Don't find it ok. I think it'd fine for them to do it once cause I realize people who like this do exist. but then I'll set that boundary and they have to respect that. I do appreciate professional compliments in regards to my work or my character. But I don't like flirty comments at work. Like if she wants to get to know me and maybe date me, she can ask for a date after work. I strictly separate work and love life.

Shy_Steve · Answer

You Girls don't realise how many more compliments you get than a Guy does.

It's even so rare for a Guy to get a general comment from another Man let alone a Woman.

So you even talking about getting compliments makes you sound delusional and rude.

RingOfFire · Answer

I would say that if a guy tells you "you look great in that dress," it probably means he'd really like to see how you look without it. 😎

Curiousbenjamin90 · Answer

If he’s a peer I would say not ok but also not like reportable, if it keeps happening it’s a problem.  If it’s a superior it’s not okay at all.

MJVillarama · Answer

A light, respectful compliment? Totally fine. It only gets tricky when it crosses into uncomfortable or persistent territory

AgentG111 · Answer

Of course it is. Team work team player let them know they are doing a good job! If that includes a polite comment to make them feel better about themselves and that someone noticed so be it!

Desi_Butcher · Answer

That's cool if you don't feel offended or uncomfortable from it. If it becomes a habit then you might wanna look further.

jazzy34 · Answer

Depends on the who the colleague is and how the compliment makes you feel. In general, though, yes.

AngryCarl2 · Answer

I've had compliments about my appearance, even my aftershave. Of course that was back in the day, before people were paranoid about work relationships.

oswaldcobblepot · Answer

Most of my coworkers are woman. I generally dont compliment any women I don't know.

TeaTheresa · Answer

I think it's okay and the limit is when it's overtly explícit or too forceful. Body language while giving the compliment is also a huge factor in my opinion.

jahaims · Answer

No flirting at work. You can compliment without flirting

Ironco · Answer

Probably a slap on the ass is going a little too far...😜

janemarie15 · Answer

For me yes, haha especially if the person compliments you. Is the person you likes HAHAHA

blackeagle007 · Answer

Give an example. Something nice but not sexual

bananathunder · Answer

I'm for it. Nothing wrong with some compliments

sage2021 · Answer

Just smile and say "thank you." No big deal here.

Nikki1989 · Answer

Nothing wrong with that.

Paige90 · Answer

Yes it is! I love compliments!

katiesmuff · Answer

Certainly it would be ok!

slatyb · Answer

If they are commenting on your body.

WonderingManII · Answer

You never know people are weird.

MikeTheBartender · Answer

If she's hot she can compliment me anytime.

DrPepper12 · Answer

Perfectly fine

Xawyx-2 · Answer

It's completely ok in my opinion.

RedInnocent69 · Answer

Of course. I ould hope you get them often

wkhan_87 · Answer

I think it's okay ,, I gets it very oftentimes

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

Yes thays okay

cavedweller1973 · Answer

Yes absolutely

Anonymous · Answer

Nice legs

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