All core values
Trust
Directness
Saying the real thing to the right person, early, without cruelty or hedging.
Behaviors
- Raises concerns with the person involved
- Names the actual issue in one sentence
- Asks clearly for what is needed
Anti-patterns
- Hints instead of requests
- Complaining sideways
- Feedback saved for review season
Reinforce it with
- Feedback norms taught in onboarding
- Leaders inviting direct pushback
- Short escalation paths
Directness shortens the distance between a problem and its fix.