On Fri, 04 Dec 2020 23:08:15 +0100, Carlos E. R. wrote:
I forgot to ask, which was the point of mentioning those two cases.
How can I criticise those two obvious naming errors (on the Spain market) without being offensive?
I can not say «the name "Mazda Laputa" is idiotic» because it will be offensive. That is limiting liberty of expression and liberty to criticise. There is no way I can think of to express discontent with the name choice without risking offending the other party.
I think it is better to say that «the name "Mazda Laputa" is idiotic» and then the other side can justify the name choice or choose another.
Well, obviously, you can't. In fact, in the example I just wrote about, it was incredibly awkward for me to bring it up to my management for that very reason. I did so privately with the VP over the organization involved. And in so doing, I prefaced with "I have to bring up something that is offensive and uncomfortable". You set the stage for what's being discussed so you can have an open and honest discussion about it. Jim -- Jim Henderson Please keep on-topic replies on the list so everyone benefits