Like most people of any gender, men like to have their confidence boosted. Flattery can be a useful tool to have in your business and social arsenal. To learn how to flatter a man, just read through this page.

• Don't be abrupt or too quick. Let his trust in you grow over time.

• If this intimidates you, flattery is probably not your best option.

• Put on your best, most radiant personality when you talk to him.

Have a new boss? In love with someone at work? Chances are you've been thinking about how you might manage to flatter him. Flattery is a good way to get on your boss' good side or your crush's mind.

Before you start flattering them, you need to get to know them. A remark from out of the blue is not flattering. It appears as if you are trying too hard.

1. Introduce yourself.
2. Make small talk.
3. Be observant! Only if you know the person can you take care of the next step.

In order to flatter him and not just compliment him, you need to know what he actually cares about. After you've spent a couple of hours with him, you should be able to figure this out. Be sure to ask what his interests are, and find out the things that are most important to him, so that your flattery reaches his heart!

You can't just say something. You have to make him believe it. Work it in to conversation.

1. Start off the conversation the usual way.
2. Ask him how he is.
3. If he starts to talk about what he cares about, you're in luck! Do it now!
4. Casually say that you really admire his ____.
5. Then go on to explain what it is you like about it
6. Be obvious and thorough, flattery is not subtle
7. Be careful not to gush TOO much, or you will appear insecure