In both Europe and Korea, those of lower status must show humility before their superiors.

You flatter the other person’s abilities while downplaying your own.

However, too much humility can come off as insincere or even disrespectful.

Right now, it’s best to respond confidently without boasting.

“Yes, that’s correct.”

“Bold. But given your achievements at your age, you have every right to be a bit proud. Don’t you agree, Duke?”

Duke Visconti nodded in agreement.

“Young people today, they lack abilities, have little to show for themselves, yet they’re so full of pride.”

His words reminded me of managers and …