Influential thoughts from all across the world are at your fingertips. Inspirational Thought #1 comes from the famous self-improvement writer Dale Carnegie. Let’s dive deep into part 1 of Dale Carnegie’s “How to Win Friends and Influence People”: the Fundamental Techniques in Handling People. Three principles fall under this section. 1.) Don’t criticize, condemn, or complain. 2.) give honest and sincere appreciation. 3.) Arouse in the other person an eager want.