| This is a good example. They wrote: “When confronted (constructively, much later) they usually get evasive and can’t explain.” Confronted is a big word with a hostile intent. They’re incredibly measured in their language and use precise language. That sounds like a trap to me - it’s: A.) Asking three questions and only get 1/3 answered. B.) Waiting for a suitable period of time to elapse. C.) Confronting them while expecting an explanation. Letting time go by, “confronting them” and expecting an explanation is a trap. It assumes that they can even remember the conversation! Why not send a follow up email immediately and politely ask again? Heck, that’s a good excuse to use “circle back” in conversation. :) If you missed that first read, no worries because so did I. I had to read the comment three times and then I kind of shaked my head because they are so measured and precise, and that’s an awfully big statement to make about colleagues. |
Confronted isn't necessarily a hostile word. It is a very apt word to use for the action off asking someone about the other two points. They even made it clear that it was in a constructive manner.
May I ask, do you often feel like you are operating in a hostile environment?