Are You a Truth Teller, a Master Deflector, or a Fibber?
Is honesty always the best policy – even when it might offend a friend, seem discouraging to a child or create an awkward moment?
Mindy Mackenzie, the author of new book The Courage Solution, believes so – even when a little white may seem like the easier response.
‘It can be very tempting in each circumstance to dodge potential discomfort by telling a little ‘white lie’ or to deflect and not really answer the question, but in most situation, it is far more helpful if you tell the truth,’ says Mindy, who specialises in corporate training on the efficacy of truth telling. with this initiative. It’s really important to me and I need your leadership to push this through.’ You say:
A. ‘It’s a fantastic project and I’m really glad to be working on it. I thought the meeting went really well.’ You sigh internally, feeling you just dodged a bullet.
B. ‘Thanks. I really like the passion you have for the project and what we are trying to achieve. I definitely am committed to helping lead this initiative. Would you have a few minutes later today to discuss some ideas and concerns I have? I didn’t think it was appropriate to voice them in the room without sharing them with you first.’
C. ‘Thanks, boss. I am here for you. Anything I can do, just let me know.’
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