Negative Speaking Styles
Which speaking style is being described? "A team member asks for help. You say, 'I will explain this slowly so you can follow it.'"
The situation
A team member asks for help. You say, 'I will explain this slowly so you can follow it.'
Recommended Response
A. Condescending
Context matters. This is a recommendation for the situation described, not a rule for every interaction.
Why is A the recommended response?
Understanding this situation
This is condescending because the speaker acts as if the other person is not capable. Even when someone needs help, the wording should protect their dignity.
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