1. Say “Thank You” and Pause

The simplest way to respond to a compliment is with genuine gratitude. A heartfelt “thank you” shows you value the kind words without deflecting or diminishing them. Resist the urge to explain or downplay—just let the compliment land.

Example:

Compliment: “You did an amazing job on this project.”

Response: “Thank you! That means a lot to me.”