For humans, honesty is a matter of degree. Engineers are always honest inmatters of technology and human relationships. That's why it's a good ideato keep engineers away from customers, romantic interests, and other peoplewho can't handle the truth.
In Scott Adams' "The Dilbert Principle," the author humorously suggests that honesty varies among individuals, particularly emphasizing the engineers' unwavering honesty in technical and interpersonal matters. This characteristic can make interactions with those outside their field, like customers and romantic partners, challenging, as they may not appreciate the unfiltered truth.
Adams implies that while engineers excel in their expertise, it may be beneficial to limit their direct communication with people who might be sensitive to straightforwardness. This perspective highlights the complexities of workplace dynamics and the potential misalignments between technical truth-telling and emotional responses.
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