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How can I be blunt but polite?
5 Keys to Being Blunt at Work—Without Sounding Like a Total Jerk
- Listen. It’s easy to perceive direct people as total conversation steamrollers.
- Be Constructive. This is a big differentiator between a person who’s direct, and a person who’s aggressive.
- Comment on the Work, Not the Person.
- Watch Your Tone.
- Find Common Ground.
What is a blunt person like?
Blunt people have no problem telling you what they really think of you, even if (and often especially because) they love you and just have no clue how to get the words out.
How do you be blunt without offending others?
Abide by the goal of being blunt without offending others. Be equitable in who you’re blunt toward. Do not be blunt toward certain people while being personable and polite with others. Favoritism is the father of inequality and seclusion.
How do you be blunt when it comes to communication?
Be equitable in who you’re blunt toward. Do not be blunt toward certain people while being personable and polite with others. Favoritism is the father of inequality and seclusion. Be blunt with the goal of helping both yourself as well as your listener, rather than propping yourself above those who listen.
How can I be less blunt in my speech?
Before speaking, ask yourself what impact your words will have on others. Honesty without honoring the human comes out as blunt. This is why honor heads up the bluntness checklist. Be honest with care not blunt with emotion. #2 Openness to other possibilities makes you less blunt.
How do you deal with people who dislike you for being blunt?
When others realize that your bluntness is only suited to help yourself at the detriment of others, they’ll have a reason to be offended. Allow others to dislike you for being blunt, but ensure you do not offend them by being selfish and singling anything / anyone out.