Is it time to end the era of excessive politeness?
Candid conversations can create high-performance cultures, says ASU management expert.
In this story published Feb. 27, 2023, in Entrepreneur:
When niceness becomes the norm in all conversations, individuals learn that being polite is more important than being truthful. This creates an environment in which feedback and performance discussions are avoided, leading to missed opportunities and revenue.
– Christopher Myers, instructor of management and entreprenuership
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