frank approach
[/fræŋk əˈproʊtʃ/]
noun phrasepl: frank approaches
abordagem franca
1. A direct, honest, and candid method of dealing with or addressing a situation or person, without concealment or evasion
The manager took a frank approach to discussing the company's financial difficulties with the team.
O gerente adotou uma abordagem franca ao discutir as dificuldades financeiras da empresa com a equipe.
2. An open and straightforward communication style that values truthfulness and transparency
Her frank approach to criticism helped her employees improve their performance.
Sua abordagem franca à crítica ajudou seus funcionários a melhorar seu desempenho.
In American business culture, a frank approach is often valued as a sign of confidence and professionalism. In Brazilian culture, while directness is appreciated, it may sometimes be tempered with warmth and personal relationship-building. The concept emphasizes transparency in communication, which has become increasingly important in modern corporate environments across both cultures.
NYC Slang
straight-up approach / no-BS approach
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