Good chance that all involved share the same common goal (startup success) and they should use that as a base to respect each other and colaborate. From your e

Good chance that all involved share the same common goal (startup success) and they should use that as a base to respect each other and colaborate. From your experience with him I guess this employee does not intend to be curt/cold/condescending to other people, but might appear "cold" discussing some technical subjects. Others might expect a "warm" conversation instead. Lets call this conversation VS discussion. There's a place for both. Sometimes even in the same meeting. But i tend to think when there is clarity beforehand, its best for both parties. Even warm feedback can land as a cold discussion if not handled with consideration.