8 Common Phrases That Secretly Reveal Poor Social Skills—Do You Use Them?
People with strong social skills understand that tact and honesty can go hand in hand. Instead of using this phrase as a shield for unnecessary criticism, they find a way to express their thoughts with kindness and respect.
So if you catch yourself saying “No offense, but…,” take a step back. There’s probably a better way to phrase what you’re about to say—or maybe it doesn’t need to be said at all.
2) “I’m just being honest”
I used to have a coworker who would say, “I’m just being honest” every time he made a harsh or unnecessary comment.
