Initial engagements

[bebotalk]

Is it too judgemental to form a view of a person via initial engagement?

For instance, I contacted a firm for some PC supplies the other day. They responded by saying "Hello Mr. X" or x as in my first name. It just seems forward to use a first name for a stranger. 

[Buck Edwards]

I don't see a problem. Did you expect a "hello sir" or "hey." 

It's nice to use the first name, I find it cordial. 

The content of communication matters more than intent. 

 

[bebotalk]

Just now, Buck Edwards said:

I don't see a problem. Did you expect a "hello sir" or "hey." 

It's nice to use the first name, I find it cordial. 

The content of communication matters more than intent. 

 

not to strangers. this is earnd, and yes, "hello, sir" is better.

[bebotalk]

On 17/03/2024 at 5:51 PM, Buck Edwards said:

I don't see a problem. Did you expect a "hello sir" or "hey." 

It's nice to use the first name, I find it cordial. 

The content of communication matters more than intent. 

 

I consider it less cordial, especially on first meeting. One can. use first names when there is more rapport. 

[meta_male]

@bebotalk This is what I noticed when making calls in English, people use your first name, no clue why. I thought it was refreshing, given how private and formal everyone is over here.

 

[bebotalk]

On 20/03/2024 at 2:01 PM, meta_male said:

@bebotalk This is what I noticed when making calls in English, people use your first name, no clue why. I thought it was refreshing, given how private and formal everyone is over here.

 

it's too forward, especially for strangers.