[castlecrasher2]

I'm not the one you responded to, but I vastly prefer a work environment where issues are transparent rather than hidden, and while coding is usually that way through processes like pull requests and code reviews it's like pulling teeth to get people's honest assessment of other characteristics.

I'm reading through Principles right now and while you bring up valid points that make people uncomfortable, I think given their continued success it's apparent that Bridgewater has been better off for it. I've unconsciously used some of the basics in my career, like being forward about criticism to my superiors and direct reports, and after a short period of discomfort I've always found the relationship better.