I agree and dont agree with this statment
from a 'getting girls to like you' point of view - not telling them you like them or complimenting them puts them on the backfoot especially if they are a hottie - which works to your advantage, as they will seek validation from you themselves and pursue you.

BUT

Personally, turning girls/dates into a RELATIONSHIP actually getting them to have genuine feelings for you rather than game playing and lusting after 'getting you'
it works far better to pay girls genuine honest compliments.
'you look beautiful' 'i really like you' etc etc and these should never be prompted by the girl asking but should be initiated by you
but on a side note -- saying things like ' you are beautiful' etc is a double edged sword - if you say it from a position of awesomeness/power/confidence -it works like i explained, BUT if you say it from a gay slimy 'i need you' position it will get you blown out the water