[koglerjs]

In my experience "the rules of social engagement" are as often used to entangle and obstruct as they are to create civility. Think of "foot-in-the-door" phenomenon.

Sometimes rudeness is respect, especially if it's an honest communication.

Jobs needed an on-time supplier, and it was arguably worth the cost of a legal battle in order to get one.

As others have said, though, it spawns imitators that think "Steve berated his employees, so I can too."

[fusiongyro]

> Sometimes rudeness is respect, especially if it's an honest communication.

I disagree, you fucking piece of shit.

[koglerjs]

See, I'd still buy this scummy dirtbag of an excuse for a human being a beer. ;)

[fusiongyro]

Well said. :)