squidgernetball
Ubergeek
I think what's needed in any business is the ability to read people and situations. None of us are a 'one size fits all' and nor would I want us to be.
I adapt me to the situation I'm in, as I'm sure most therapists do.
I wouldn't use inappropriate language or banter in a boardroom, but in a boardroom I'm not waxing someones intimate parts (unless it's one of those funny parties). I'm sure we all take time to know our clients, and we use language that is appropriate. If we didn't, surely our clients would go elsewhere. Ultimately they would vote with their feet. I didn't go all out to set up my business to go round using inappropriate language to scare my clients away.
You know your clients and what works for you and your business!
I adapt me to the situation I'm in, as I'm sure most therapists do.
I wouldn't use inappropriate language or banter in a boardroom, but in a boardroom I'm not waxing someones intimate parts (unless it's one of those funny parties). I'm sure we all take time to know our clients, and we use language that is appropriate. If we didn't, surely our clients would go elsewhere. Ultimately they would vote with their feet. I didn't go all out to set up my business to go round using inappropriate language to scare my clients away.
You know your clients and what works for you and your business!