No answer is an answer

You may, and rightfully so, question the purpose of this grammar lesson. It is simply to point out that once we call ourselves professionals there is a certain conduct that is expected of us. Now there is no single rule book or bible that lays down guidelines for professional conduct. Often though the code of conduct is from the perspective of ethics and integrity and not as much about the softer aspects of behaviour. Sadly, while considered implicit there is little appreciation of professional courtesies. Controlled aggression, goal orientation, positive attitude, collaborative approach, leadership, etc. One such courtesy, perhaps the most abused is the courtesy of response.