Maybe it should be based on the recipient, as all language should? The purpose of language is to convey ideas. It fails if the words you use aren't interpreted the way you want. Knowing who you're talking to lets you adjust your chosen tone to ensure it's interpreted correctly.
I understand some people prefer being talked to softly. I don't. Be blunt and straight, flowery and verbose language makes me feel like I'm being lectured condescendingly by someone who has no respect for my time. Elon's tone here was exactly what I would hope for. Blunt- direct- honest- and brief.
Know your audience, and it can save you a lot of communication errors. No single size fits all.
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u/SaiHottariNSFW Nov 16 '24
Maybe it should be based on the recipient, as all language should? The purpose of language is to convey ideas. It fails if the words you use aren't interpreted the way you want. Knowing who you're talking to lets you adjust your chosen tone to ensure it's interpreted correctly.
I understand some people prefer being talked to softly. I don't. Be blunt and straight, flowery and verbose language makes me feel like I'm being lectured condescendingly by someone who has no respect for my time. Elon's tone here was exactly what I would hope for. Blunt- direct- honest- and brief.
Know your audience, and it can save you a lot of communication errors. No single size fits all.