Cagey

Definitions: (1) the ability to see what is coming and act accordingly; practical foresight; (2) clever; cunning; shrewd, wary

Balancing Qualities: Diplomatic, Sensitive, Thoughtful

Quote: Skate to the where the puck is going to be. — Wayne Douglas Gretzky (1961-) Canadian ice hockey player

Consideration: If you are right about something really important the only reason to be cagey about it is the way you lay that truth gently upon the sensibilities of the listener(s).

Comment: Always plan to tell the truth. Nonetheless, being tactful about how much you should expose is only wise. “No comment,” “I don’t know,” “That is not for me to say,” and the like, are perfectly valid responses.