There is such a thing as being "too nice" — but what that actually means is hard to pin down. We asked experts to weigh in.

Stop being 'too nice' at work, says psychologist—this is what successful people do to be more genuine, trustworthy. Story by Tessa West, Contributor • 3w.

Nice people are basically walking ATMs—at least, that’s how some people see them. When you’re too generous with money, certain “friends” start treating you like their personal lender.

But if I dig deeper, I think (and am told by several friends) that I’m too nice, and therefore I don’t get treated with enough respect. Mostly I just try to do a good job and be as helpful as ...

Everyone likes nice people — they are easier to get along with, and it’s all smiles, rainbows, and butterflies around them. Wonderful as it may be for the people they interact with, being too ...

Stop being ‘too nice' at work, says psychologist—this is what successful people do to be more genuine, trustworthy By Tessa West, Contributor, CNBC • Published April 24, 2025 • Updated on ...

Stop being ‘too nice' at work, says psychologist—this is what successful people do to be more genuine, trustworthy By Tessa West, Contributor, CNBC • Published April 24, 2025 • Updated on ...

Stop being ‘too nice' at work, says psychologist—this is what successful people do to be more genuine, trustworthy By Tessa West, Contributor, CNBC • Published April 24, 2025 • Updated on ...