Be to the point no beating around the bush as long as it is in a polite
manner

yes I agree koj I am working on the gentle way though

I think being BLUNT can be harsh...sometimes
I would much rather be tactful. I wouldn't want to hurt anyone's feeling
..... intentionally

the most important thing in a relationship is communication

this is partly a style or taste thing which depends on the individuals.
some people prefer a certain directness whereas others find too direct
an approach abrupt or even rude

so i don't think there is one answer

here's what i have found

communicate with them in the style you personally find appealing and if
they reciprocate in a similar fashion naturally then it is a good
match...

sort of "talk to others they way you would like them to talk to you"

Sage, you are right, honesty coupled with tact goes a long way towards
making things work in almost any situation. :)

And if all else fails, try chocolate... :)

<<<<<<<< More chocolate for SheNerd

Mmmmmmmmm, thanks Bonny!!! I may have to buy bigger suspenders but it
will be worth it. :)

I would say that I like people (men and women) who are honest as long as
they have something nice to say.
If a person uses honesty to tear somebody down than they are just a
nasty person. If they have something to contribute or something to
learn from or something positive to say than that would make them more
of a likeable person.
What rolls off the tongue comes from the soul.

I like people that are real and upfront. Yes tell it like it is but with
respect. I don't like it when people that beat around the bush to get to
things. just come out and say it lmao